Source: educazionenutrizionale.granapadano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a first course prepared with pasta (celery), cauliflower, broccoli, ricotta, extra virgin olive oil, saffron, garlic, pepper, aromatic herbs, salt, pepper

Ingredients

for 4 people

Celery pasta – 320 g (11.3 oz / ≈ 11 oz dry pasta)

Cauliflower florets – 150 g (5.3 oz / ≈ 1½ cups)

Broccoli florets – 150 g (5.3 oz / ≈ 1½ cups)

Cow’s milk ricotta – 50 g (1.8 oz / ≈ 3 tablespoons)

Extra-virgin olive oil – 4 tablespoons (40 g / 40 ml / 1.35 fl oz)

Saffron – 1 sachet (≈ 0.1 g / 0.003 oz)

Garlic clove – 1 clove, minced

Green pepper (chili) – 1 small (to taste)

Mixed fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, etc.) – 1 small bunch (≈ 10–15 g / 0.35–0.5 oz)

Salt – to taste (≈ ½ teaspoon)

Black pepper – to taste

Method

Peel and wash the cauliflower florets and broccoli

Steam them.

Peel the pepper from the seeds and from the internal white ribs

Blend it with the garlic clove and oil.

Cook the pasta in salted water to which you have added the saffron.

Put 2 tablespoons of oil in a saucepan, pour in the pepper cream, add the cauliflower florets, broccoli, washed and chopped herbs, and mix gently.

Add salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes over low heat.

Stir the pasta with the sauce and ricotta for 2 minutes

Serve.

Allergens

Garlic: very rare cases of garlic reactivity reported

Broccoli: possible individual intolerance

Cauliflower: possible reaction in case of allergy to birch or spices

Aromatic herbs bouquet garni or bouquet: variable composition of thyme, bay leaf, parsley, sage, rosemary, cloves and allspice (see allergenic characteristics of each plant).

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Pasta (celery): contains gluten from cereals included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

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

Peppers: possible individual intolerance or cross-reactivity in case of allergy to grasses

Cottage cheese: milk allergens

Saffron: rare but possible allergy

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Garlic: has immune-stimulating properties, promotes liver function and the elimination of waste metabolites. It also has hypocholesterolemic, lipid-lowering, antiplatelet, hypotensive and hypoglycemic properties that promote cardiac function.

Broccoli: rich in mineral salts, vitamins C, B1, B2 and carotenoids that support the immune system and act to protect the cardiovascular system. Suitable in cases of chronic constipation due to the richness of vegetable fibers. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Cauliflower: rich in vitamins A and K that help the liver in purifying activities and powerful natural anti-inflammatory, able to prevent and alleviate inflammatory and heart diseases. Also suitable for nephropathics. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression. Vitamin E strengthens the immune system, has a preventive function against many cancers and protects the digestive mucous membranes.

Aromatic herbs bouquet garni or fragrant bunch: salt substitutes to flavor dishes

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

Pasta 8celery): if produced with wholemeal flour, which provides zinc, an element favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. 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.

Bell pepper: rich in vitamin C and carotenoids, antioxidant par excellence that fight free radicals and support the immune system, and mineral salts; also suitable for nephropathics, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system. 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

Ricotta. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants and for the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system. The presence of tryptophan helps to 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.

Saffron: able to strengthen the immune system

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis (inflammation and injury of the oral cavity)

Not recommended in case of:

• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)
• Constipation with meteorism
• Diarrhea