Black Truffle Cream

A smooth paste like consistency which punches the palate. Pleasantly funky and easy to love, black truffle cream is versatile and adds a touch of elegance to any dish.

The Story

Perhaps the most expensive cooking ingredient by the pound, truffles exude elegance. Famed Chef, Brillat-Savarin, referred to truffles as "the diamond of the kitchen and used them in numerous recipes. Truffles grow naturally among the roots of oak, walnut, and hazelnut trees. and cultivation is difficult. Truffles are located with the help of specialized pigs or dogs and are dug up by forager before being brushed and brought to market. Truffles have been on chef's radars since the 20th century BCE and were mentioned by the prophet, Muhammed. During the Classical period, they were written about by Plutarch and Cicero among others.

Quick Facts

Origin: Italy, Umbria
Unit Size: 2.8 OZ.

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