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Pane Casareccio di Genzano IGP is a high-quality bakery product recognized with the IGP (Protected Geographical Indication) mark. This bread is made exclusively in the town of Genzano, in the Lazio region of Italy, using top-quality flour, salt, water, wheat bran and natural yeast. No chemical or organic products are added during production.The production method for Pane Casareccio di Genzano IGP involves the use of sourdough starter, which gives the bread greater shelf life and elasticity. The mother yeast is refreshed daily with water and flour and used for the preparation of the "biga," a pre-dough made with water, flour and yeast. After controlled rising, the dough is flattened and shaped to form the characteristic loaves or loaves. These are placed in wooden boxes and dusted with wheat bran, giving the crust its distinctive dark color.Pane Casareccio di Genzano IGP comes in the traditional form of a loaf or filone, with a dark crust about 3 mm thick and a white, glanced crumb. It has a characteristic aroma of genuine grains and a savory flavor. This bread is closely linked to Genzano's peasant tradition, with historical records dating back to the 17th century. Over the years, the fame of Pane Casareccio di Genzano IGP has grown thanks to its quality and ancient processing techniques handed down from generation to generation.Pane Casareccio di Genzano IGP can be kept for several days in a dry place and goes well with a variety of dishes. It is ideal to accompany porchetta and local cured meats, such as rustic prosciutto crudo. It is also popular for making bruschetta, where it is toasted and dressed with extra virgin olive oil.The product is marketed fresh, in loaf or filone forms, weighing between 500 g and 2.5 kg. It is recognizable by the PGI identification stamp, applied to the shape before baking.Pane Casareccio di Genzano IGP is a symbol of local tradition and culture, a product that represents the art of high-quality bread-making and the ancient peasant roots of Genzano.
