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Cavolo nero

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Cavolo nero (also known as Tuscan cabbage or dinosaur kale) is a very dark green type of kale, in season from September to January. It originates from Tuscany, looks like a savoy cabbage, is a little bitter and is very rich in iron.

 

Cavolo nero

Cavolo nero recipes:
Chickpea and cavolo nero soup

Ricotta and cavolo nero gnocchi with sage butter

Roast pheasant with cavolo nero and bacon

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