Calzoncini Abruzzesi

These hearty little fritters from Abruzzo can be served as part of an antipasti selection or as a tasty cheesy snack at any time of day. Traditionally, they would be part of a great mound of deep-fried goodies such as artichoke hearts, scamorza cheese, cauliflower florets and many other delicious bits and pieces. This would be followed by the pasta course, the main course and then the desserts. Perhaps it is not surprising, therefore, that feasts in the Abruzzo can begin at one o’clock and