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Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a second course prepared with tomatoes, anchovies, spring onion, scallops, thyme, marjoram, basil, sliced bread, extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper

Ingredients

for 4 people:

Ripe tomatoes – 400 g (14.1 oz / ≈ 3 cups chopped)

Anchovies – 300 g (10.6 oz / ≈ 1½–2 cups)

Spring onion – 100 g (3.5 oz / ≈ 1 cup sliced)

Scallops – 30 g (1.1 oz / ≈ 3–4 small scallops)

Thyme – to taste (≈ 1 teaspoon dried or fresh)

Marjoram – to taste (≈ 1 teaspoon)

Basil – to taste (≈ 1 tablespoon chopped)

Sliced bread – 12 slices (≈ 360 g / 12.7 oz)

Extra-virgin olive oil – to taste (≈ 2–3 tablespoons / 30–45 ml)

Salt – to taste (≈ ½ teaspoon)

Black pepper – to taste (≈ ¼ teaspoon)

Method

Empty the seeds of the tomatoes

Chop the pulp and cook it with the chopped spring onion, salt, chopped thyme,

marjoram and basil plus a finger of water, until you get a thick sauce.

Cut out the slices of sliced bread, three at a time, making four round bases.

Bake for a few seconds.

Put the boned anchovies on baking paper

Add salt and bake them for a few minutes.

Add the oil, a little water and the cleaned and washed scallops.

Pass half of it, obtaining a creamy sauce.

Place a sliced bread base on each plate with a part of tomato sauce and the anchovy pie on top.

Pour around the scallop sauce, garnish and serve.

Allergens

Anchovies: fish products included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Basil: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to parietaria or spices

Scallops: fish products included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Spring onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Marjoram: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to Lamiaceae (or Labiatae): thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, oregano, nepeta.

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Sliced bread: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Pepper (green, pink, black, grey, white): possible cross-reactivity in case of spice intolerance

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Thyme: possible reactivity in case of sensitivity to spices

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Anchovies: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids and has a high content of omega 3 fatty acids, which inhibit platelet aggregation (cardiovascular risk factor). Useful for liver function due to the supply of zinc, selenium and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Essential fatty acids, such as omega 3 and 6, have an antidepressant effect and maintain efficient nervous system and memory

Basil: rich in carotenoids, substances that support the immune system and provide mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Scallops: suppliers of zinc and selenium, elements that promote the proper functioning of the immune system by hindering the formation of prostaglandins that prevent proper cellular functioning and has a high content of omega 3 fatty acids, which inhibit platelet aggregation (cardiovascular risk factor). Useful for the functioning of the liver due to the supply of zinc, selenium and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Essential fatty acids, such as omega 3 and 6, have an antidepressant effect and maintain efficient nervous system and memory

Spring onion: rich in selenium that supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; it provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also suitable for nephropathics. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Marjoram: good source of antioxidants that promote the functioning of the cardiovascular system and immune system.

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Sliced bread. Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Pepper (green, pink, black, gray, white): contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; it improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Salt: essential for the balance of body fluids and for the transmission of nerve impulses, it is however to be consumed respecting the limit of 5 g per day according to the indications of the WHO so as not to promote arterial hypertension and consequent increase in the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases starting from myocardial infarction and cerebral stroke; to be limited as much as possible in the case of nephropathy.

Thymus: has a favorable action on liver function (cholagogue or choleretic) and diuretic due to the action of chlorogenic and caffeic acids

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Mucositis (Inflammation and injury of the oral cavity)
• Constipation

Not recommended in case of:

• Dysphagia (difficulty chewing and swallowing)
• Diarrhea