Tuscan cuisine originated from the term “cucina povera” which means poor kitchen in English. These kinds of dishes are made from simple yet the finest quality of ingredients in the market. 

This is a trademark of the Tuscans, standing by their products, taking pride in having the best quality in town – even if some products are available only a few times annually and also if this means hunting and browsing every store the best deals. 

Below are the top ten Tuscan recipes that made our list that everyone will undoubtedly take a bite of! 

Bistecca Alla Fiorentina 

Sticking with the Tuscan simplicity, the Florentine Steak is a T-bone steak served in very rare or “al sangue.” Besides this, it is served with olive oil and salt to emphasize natural flavors. This kind of dish it’s just perfect witht a glass of  Chianti Classico Gran Selezione.

Trippa & Lampredotto 

When the former is not available, the Trippa & Lampredotto is an excellent alternative. Trippa or tripe is a portion of famous street food in Florentine due to its tender and flavorful meat, usually simmered in tomato sauce.

Castagnaccio 

Commonly paired with a sweet dessert wine, Castagnaccio is a traditional dessert made with Chestnut flour, raisins, and pine nuts, and seasoned with salt, olive oil, and rosemary. 

Schiacciata all’ Uva 

With availability between mid-September to early October, catch the Schiacciata all’ Uva during the grape harvest when it is turned into a tasty and savory flatbread.

Ribollita 

Ribollita is a filling soup made from black cabbage and seasonal veggies. The term Ribolita means “reboiled” because it was the traditional way of boiling leftover minestrone. 

Piccante Eggplant Sauce 

From the Palizzi Social Club, this recipe made button mushrooms more delicious than ever! It is a vegetable-packed spicy dip recipe, which can also be an alternative for a sandwich spread or finisher for vegetables. 

Ultimate Caprese Salad 

The perfect dish to make when it is tomato season is this Ultimate Caprese Salad! This season only comes once annually, so you better grab the chance to make this dish, a part of BA’s Best, a collection of essential recipes. 

Fritto Misto 

This Fritto Misto is most likely going to be devoured dish after dish! An ideal dish to serve in the first course, guests will surely look forward to what is coming next! We would love to suggest  a  cold glass of Rosè to pair with this dish.

Roasted Vegetables Antipasto Plate 

This antipasto platter is an all-in-one meal! It goes beyond past jarred peppers and cold cuts, with roasted vegetables too that changes variants depending on the season. 

Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Frittata 

Best served when warm, this Sausage broccoli rabe frittata will surely catch attention! This one deflates, and edges pull away from the pan at each serving. 

There are a lot of cuisine varieties to choose from across the world. But truth to be told, Tuscan cuisine is among the best in Europe. If, by any chance, you have the opportunity to taste one of these recipes, grab them! All of the mentioned above are very easy to recreate, guaranteed delicious, and bestselling among your family and friends.