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It is a classic American favorite during the Fall (especially for Halloween and Thanksgiving), but pumpkin is also loved in Italy and it is the featured ingredient for many traditional seasonal recipes.
The word sottaceti literally means "under vinegar" because these vegetables have been pickled in wine vinegar. One of the most famous Italian traditions for sottaceti is the Giardiniera, assorted pickled vegetables in vinegar like carrots, bell peppers, celery, cauliflower, olives.
This is a traditional dish from Mantova, an ancient Longobard medieval city in the north of Italy. In the Mantuan dialect they are called “Turtei de soca.”
Learn how to make Tortelli alla Mantovana with pumpkin, a classic Italian stuffed pasta from Mantua traditionally served for special occasions and holidays. Delicate pasta squares are filled with a sweet-savory pumpkin mixture and served with melted butter and grated cheese for a comforting, elegant dish. Follow our step-by-step recipe to bring authentic Mantuan pumpkin ravioli to your table and impress your guests with true Italian flavors.