Porchetta di Monte San Savino

Porchetta is a traditional moist boneless pork roast prepared all over Italy. It originated in Lazio, but many regions offer their spin on the recipe. Regardless of the region, the basic method is always the same: the pig is gutted, carefully trimmed, and washed. The belly is then filled with the chosen stuffing, generously salted, rolled up and roasted until the crackling is golden, hard, and crunchy. Small Tuscan town of Monte San Savino, located halfway between Siena and Arezzo is renowned for their version of porchetta. It is flavored with salt, ground pepper, and wild fennel, while the filling consists of diced liver macerated in wine. The best time to try this delicious dish is in September when the Sagra della Porchetta is held - the star of the show is, of course, porchetta di Monte San Savino, but other local products and specialties are also available.