Ciao 2017 issues JuneJuly 2017 | Page 21

Strongest Links Butcher Tony Costanzo • Piazza De Nardi PRO TIPS Freshly made sausage may be one of the most underrated meat dishes; not only is a sausage versatile once cooked (the sky’s the limit with condiments on a bun, or chop it into a sauce or sauté), the ingredients within the casing give way to infinite possibilities. Piazza De Nardi’s master of meat Tony Costanzo concocted this inventive combination of orange and smoky paprika which brightens mild mannered turkey with citrus notes. Turkey and Orange Sausage For those without sausage making equipment, this recipe can be used to make meatballs or patties. INGREDIENTS 1 lb ground fresh turkey 2 tsp Italian parsley, chopped 1/8 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp Spanish paprika juice and zest of 1 orange 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper METHOD 1. In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients. Refrigerate overnight so flavours combine. 2. Cook a small sample, taste, and adjust seasonings as needed. 3. Use a sausage maker to stuff sausages or form into patties. For links, hog casings are available at local butcher shops. Yield 3-4 links or patties ciao! / june/july / two thousand seventeen 19