Finanziera

Finanziera is an ancient Piedmontese stew with sweet and sour flavors, invented in the 18th century. Made with less noble parts of animals, it used to be a poor man’s dish, but nowadays it is a real treat for all lovers of offal and entrails. Prepared with leftovers such as peeled crests, rooster wattles, sweetbreads, calf's brain and veins, slowly simmered with garlic, rosemary, bay leaves, giardiniera (chopped vegetables marinated in vinegar), chicken broth, and sweet Marsala wine, finanziera can be served on its own or as an accompaniment to risottos. It pairs well with local red wines such as Nebbiolo d’Alba.