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Presentation

Appetizer consisting of slices of polenta, cod, plums, milk, parsley, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and pepper.

Ingredients

for 4 people

4 slices of polenta

500 g salt cod (17.6 oz)

3–4 plums

200 ml milk (6.8 fl oz)

1 tablespoon chopped parsley

1 small clove of garlic

Extra-virgin olive oil, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

Method

Let the cod soak for at least 48 hours, changing the water frequently

A few hours in advance, prepare the polenta and let it cool completely.

If necessary, transfer it to a rectangular container so that it is easy to cut into homogeneous slices or pour into a baking sheet covered with baking paper and level well.

Once cold, cut into slices.

You can buy ready-made polenta in blocks.

Cut the cod into pieces and place it in a pot.

Cover completely with milk and water.

Put on the heat and cook until tender. It will take about 15 minutes.

Drain and clean the cod by removing the skin and bones.

Put the pulp in a bowl

Add the plums cut into small pieces

Stir vigorously adding the oil in a trickle.

Continue like this until the cod takes on the consistency of a cream. It is not essential that the flesh of the fish is completely undone.

Season with salt and pepper.

Add the finely chopped parsley and garlic and mix.

Grill the polenta from both on a hot plate.

Serve accompanied by the creamed cod.

Allergens

Garlic: very rare cases of garlic reactivity reported

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

Milk: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Polenta: corn can cause a cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Parsley: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to spices, mugwort, composites

Plums: possible intolerance to the fruit or cross-reactivity in case of allergy to Birch and Grasses

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.

Cod: 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 the functioning of the liver for 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.

Whole milk: provides vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, promoting metabolism, cardiovascular function, tooth and bone health. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

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

Pepper: contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Polenta: made of corn, rich in carotenoids that support the immune system. It stimulates the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Parsley: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Plums: rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids and polyphenols that promote liver function and the process of elimination of toxins, promote intestinal function through the diphenylysatene present in the pulp, 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. Especially if consumed with the peel, they provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia and weight loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Constipation

Not to be administered in case of:

• Mucositis
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)