L'L'Orto Sotto Casa farm was born in 2016 by deciding to expand its land cultivated with vegetables up to the current two hectares, here the seasons and natural rhythms are strictly followed, this is where the Cream of Lard with Certaldo Onion
Cream of Lard with Certaldo Onion
Our company was born with the idea of enhancing the best products of our territory. We carry out our harvests every day. But not only that, we do it: early in the morning and in the early afternoon, so as to always be able to offer the greatest freshness.
The compote Onions of Certaldo – 210gr. Born from the desire to enhance a real local excellence. This onion has characteristics that make it unique. Both consumed fresh and in compote. Thanks to its strong taste but the same time Sweet. Cited in Decameron from Giovanni Boccaccio which testifies to the fact that it was already cultivated and consumed. The figure of the onion then appears in the 12th century, in the ancient coat of arms of Certaldo. The onion dominated the white field of the shield with the motto "By nature I am strong and sweet still/ and I please those who are and those who work” as evidence of the importance of this variety in the area. The compote is made with onion and lard refined insea water from Sardinia.
Pairing: Ideal for stuffing focaccia cooked in wood-fired ovens. To accompany the boiled potatoes or soups. Perfect with beans or served with fish.






