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Whole bone-in Prosciutto San Daniele is considered the connoisseur’s choice. Savour its refinement by slicing it by hand and enjoy its full flavour.

To slice it, position it on the specific carving stand (if you do not have one buy it from us) with the large part facing upwards. Slice by hand only, using a long, narrow and well-sharpened knife (if you don’t have the right knife, buy it from us), gradually removing the rind and the protective layer of sugna (a mixture of lard and rice flour), using a paring knife (again, we recommend our knife). When you reach the bone, turn the prosciutto over and slice the other side. If this is your first purchase, do follow our detailed slicing suggestions.

Bone-in Prosciutto can be hung in a cellar or kept in a cool place. If necessary, clean with a slightly damp cloth before consumption. Once you have started slicing your Prosciutto, it will keep in the refrigerator for about a month if you cover the cut end with a damp cloth or thin film.

The best way to enjoy it is on its own, thinly sliced with breadsticks or bread and a good dry white wine such as Sauvignon or Friulano. It goes wonderfully well with figs, melon, kiwis, apples, grapes and pears. Avoid serving with pickles though, as their acidulous taste masks the prosciutto’s sweet flavour and aroma. Cut into small strips or diced, it becomes the special ingredient in pasta sauces, gnocchi, crêpes and vegetable or bean soups.

Another idea for a starter with a difference: serve sliced Prosciutto with soft polenta or discover all our recipes.

Can you recognise Prosciutto San Daniele? Authentic Prosciutto Crudo di San Daniele can be recognised by its characteristic guitar shape. It must also have the characteristic trotter. It is fire-branded on the rind. When cut, however, it is slightly firmer than Prosciutto di Parma.

Indicative weight of a large bone-in Prosciutto: 10.5 – 11.5 kg

Indicative weight of a small bone-in Prosciutto: 9.0 – 10.5 kg

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