Tegamaccio del Trasimeno
Lake Trasimeno, Umbria
Lake Trasimeno's ancient fish stew — the inland Umbrian equivalent of coastal brodetto. A combination of the lake's freshwater fish (perch, pike, tench, carp, eel) layered in a terracotta pot with tomatoes, garlic, white wine, fresh sage, and olive oil. Each fish variety is added in sequence by its required cooking time. The defining characteristic: the stew is never stirred — the layers cook undisturbed and retain their identity. Finished with a drizzle of Umbrian DOP olive oil and toasted bread rubbed with garlic.