A Cuccìa Organic Pearled Wheat

Organic pearled Sicilian Margherito durum wheat

The wheat of the feast of Saint Lucia: tender and nutritious grains for the sweet Sicilian cuccìa

Pearled Wheat for the Cuccìa from the Crisafulli Mill

A Cuccìa is Molino Crisafulli's pearled Margherito durum wheat, the star ingredient in one of Sicily's most beloved desserts. Cuccìa is a typical Sicilian dessert made from boiled wheat, topped with sheep's ricotta cheese or with white or chocolate cream. This dessert is traditionally associated with the feast of Saint Lucia, but can also be prepared for other occasions, as it is a healthy and nutrient-rich food. Pearled wheat does not require soaking and is simply cooked in water: in addition to cuccìa, it is perfect for soups and salads. It is made from the prized Margherito variety, the "twin" of Senatore Cappelli, with a simple and digestible gluten structure and a high protein content. An authentic product, the fruit of Molino Crisafulli's short and organic supply chain.
 
 
 

The roots of this grain are in the feast of Saint Lucia

Cuccìa is one of the most historically and symbolically charged desserts in Sicilian tradition, inextricably linked to the feast of Saint Lucy, December 13th. Legend has it that during a severe famine, averted thanks to the saint's intercession with the arrival of a shipload of wheat, the starving people cooked the grains as they were, simply boiled, without even grinding them. Hence the tradition, still alive today, of not eating bread and pasta on Saint Lucy's day, but celebrating with cuccìa, boiled wheat seasoned with sweetness. The same cooked wheat is also the basis of another great classic, Neapolitan pastiera. Boiled whole wheat is an ancient food, a symbol of rebirth and prosperity, which Molino Crisafulli brings to the table with the quality of its organic Margherito.
 
 
 

Choosing Pearl Wheat for Cuccìa means taking care of yourself

Ancient grains like Margherito are now being re-evaluated as valuable allies of health. Compared to modern grains, they are naturally higher in protein and have a simpler, less tenacious gluten network, making the grain lighter and more digestible. Whole grain wheat is a valuable source of slow-release complex carbohydrates, which provide long-lasting energy, as well as plant proteins, fiber, minerals, and B vitamins. When consumed whole, it retains a significant portion of its nutrients and is satiating. It is a healthy and versatile food, suitable for both sweet and savory preparations, rich in flavor and tradition. Being organic and pesticide-free, it is a pure and genuine product. A nutritious and authentic choice that brings all the value of an ancient Sicilian grain to the table. Contains GLUTEN.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: Pearled Wheat for Cuccìa

• FOR THE SWEET CUCCÌA OF SANTA LUCIA — This is its traditional vocation. Cook 150 g of wheat in 1,5 liters of water (without salt) for about an hour without stirring, then season it with Organic Buffalo Ricotta sweetened or with a cream Organic Dark Chocolate 71%, for a rich and festive dessert.
• FOR SOUPS AND LEGUMES — Substantial and nutritious in savory dishes. Cook it salted and add it to a soup with Organic Red Lentils o Slowfood Organic Trasimeno Beans, for a hot one-dish meal, rich in proteins and fibre.
• FOR COLD SALADS AND SUMMER DISHES — Versatile even in cold dishes. Cook it, let it cool and use it as a base for wheat salads with zucchini, tomatoes, eggplant e pepperoni, for a fresh, filling, and complete dish. It keeps in the refrigerator for about a week.

The Producer: Molino Crisafulli

Molino Crisafulli is a historic mill in Caltagirone, Sicily, operating since the early 1900s and managed by the Sammartino family. It directly cultivates ancient Sicilian grains and hemp using organic methods and a short supply chain, grinding them with stone and cylinder mills using artisanal methods, a custodian of the milling tradition and the island's precious native grains.
 
 
 

Ingredients

Ancient pearled durum wheat*, Margherito variety. Contains GLUTEN.
*From organic farming.
 
 
 

Food container

This grain is grown and preserved without the use of pesticides. Once cooked, it can be stored in the refrigerator for about a week and reheated for a few minutes before use. Store the package in a cool, dry place.
 
 
 

Nutritional Values ​​(average values ​​per 100g of product)

• Energy: 335-350 kcal / 1420-1480 kJ
• Fat: 1,5-2 g (of which saturated fatty acids: 0,3 g)
• Carbohydrates: 66-72 g (of which sugars: 1-2 g)
• Fiber: 4-6 g
• Protein: 12-13 g
• Salt: 0 g

Nutritional values ​​are estimated on a reference basis for pearled durum wheat and may vary.
 
 
 

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