Extra Apricot Jam

80g of fruit per 100g of finished product.

The sweet, sunny flavor of ripe apricots, preserved in a rich, artisanal jam.

The Extra Apricot Jam of the Trappist Monastery of Vitorchiano

The Extra Apricot Jam is a top-quality product, prepared with the care and dedication that distinguishes the Trappist Nuns of Vitorchiano. It stands out for its exceptional fruit content, equivalent to a full 80 grams of apricots per 100 grams of finished product, positioning it as a true "extra jam."
The recipe's simplicity highlights the fruit: just apricots, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice to balance the sweetness and set the color. Apricots, used whole or in pieces, give the jam a rich texture and a sunny, intense flavor, typical of ripe fruit. Using whole or in pieces enhances its authenticity, but be careful of the possible presence of pits or stone fragments.

The roots of this jam are deep in monastic wisdom

The apricot, with its warm color and sweet flavor, is a summer fruit traditionally preserved for the winter. In monasteries, making preserves was a fundamental activity that combined self-sufficiency with prayer.
The Trappist Nuns continue this ancient art, processing the fruit slowly to preserve its flavor and properties. This jam is a tribute to the simplicity and quality of the ingredients, reflecting the rigor and purity of artisanal production.

Choosing Extra Apricot Jam means taking care of yourself

The high percentage of apricots (80%) ensures an important supply of fibre and beta-carotene (precursor of Vitamin A), known for its antioxidant properties.
Being a handcrafted product with just a few essential ingredients (just fruit, sugar, and lemon), it's a clean choice, free from preservatives, artificial colorings, or thickeners. It's the ideal jam for those seeking a tasty product reminiscent of home-made flavors, with a high nutritional value thanks to its abundance of fruit.

Best Use: Extra Apricot Jam 400g

• CLASSIC AND TASTY BREAKFAST

Perfect spread generously on toast or on Biscuits Panfetta of Ancient Grains Organic 270gFor an Italian breakfast, pair it with one Organic Farm White Yogurt 400g

• IDEAL FILLING FOR CAKES AND TARTS

The sweet and slightly tart flavor of apricots is the quintessential filling for tarts, cakes, and shortbread biscuits. For a quick dessert, use them as a topping on Greek yogurt or panna cotta, perhaps adding a crunchy touch with the Organic Roasted Shelled Hazelnuts 250g chopped.

• GOURMET CHEESE PAIRING

Its sweetness and light acidity pair well with cheeses with a strong but not excessively mature flavor. Serve it with Buffalo Primo Sale 200g – White or with lightly blue cheeses for a pleasant sweet and sour contrast.

The Producer: Trappist Monastery of Vitorchiano

Il Trappist Monastery of Vitorchiano It is renowned for its high-quality artisanal production. Le Monache combines spirituality with dedication, creating food products distinguished by the authenticity of their ingredients, the simplicity of their recipes, and the meticulous craftsmanship they employ.

Ingredients

Apricots, sugar, lemon juice. Fruit used per 100g of finished product: 80g. Single piece: 400g jar. Using whole fruit may result in the presence of stones or stone fragments. Store refrigerated after opening.

Nutritional values ​​(average nutritional values ​​per 100g)

• Energy: 246,1kcal /1045,8kj
• Fat: 0,1g (of which saturated fatty acids <0,1g)
• Carbohydrates: 61g (of which sugars: 61g)
• Protein 0,3g
• Salt 2,3mg

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