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Savory Plumcake

17/11/2023

The savory plumcake is a delicious and versatile twist on the more classic sweet baked goods. Perfect as an appetizer or for a picnic, it can be personalized with your favorite ingredients. Here’s a base for an Italian recipe, to which you can add cooked ham, cheese, or vegetables to your liking.

Ingredients

  • 180 g of all-purpose flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 100 ml of milk
  • 80 ml of extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 packet of baking powder for savory dishes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Aromatic herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) to taste
  • 150 g of additional ingredients of your choice (cooked ham, grilled zucchini, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, etc.)

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
  2. In a bowl, beat the eggs with a whisk and add the milk and oil, mixing well.
  3. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir to incorporate it.
  4. Combine the sifted flour with the baking powder, a pinch of salt and pepper, and the finely chopped aromatic herbs.
  5. Mix the mixture with a spatula until you obtain a homogeneous dough.
  6. Now is the time to add your extra ingredients: cut them into small pieces if necessary and fold them gently into the mixture.
  7. Pour the mixture into a previously oiled and floured plumcake mold, leveling the surface.
  8. Bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the plumcake comes out clean.
  9. Once cooked, let the plumcake cool in its mold for a few minutes, then remove it from the mold and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Trivia

The term “plumcake” is of English origin and traditionally refers to a sweet cake that includes dried fruit. In Italy, we have adopted the term to describe both sweet and savory preparations cooked in a plumcake mold, which is long and rectangular. The customization of the savory plumcake reflects the creativity of Italian cuisine, which loves to reinterpret foreign recipes with a local twist.

I recommend experimenting with the ingredients: for example, you could try with bacon, goat cheese, sautéed spinach, or whatever inspires you the most. And remember, every variation can turn your plumcake into a new culinary discovery! 🍴

Savory Plumcake