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Butcher’s broom sprouts (Ruscus aculeatus) in oil are a typical product of the province of Pesaro and Urbino, and, in particular, of the 5 Mountain Communities of Alta Valmarecchia, Montefeltro, Catria and Nerone, Catria and Cesano, Upper and Middle Metauro territory.

They are collected at the beginning of spring, in the woods and in the scrublands, cooked in water and lightly salted vinegar; then, they’re left to dry for a few hours, flavoured with spices and put in oil, then in sealed jars to be kept in the dark. The sprouts, which thus feature a pleasantly bitter taste, will be ready in two months.

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