Flavors of Tuscany: Traditional Recipes from the Tuscan Countryside

Flavors of Tuscany: Traditional Recipes from the Tuscan Countryside by Nancy Harmon Jenkins is a thoughtful regional Italian cookbook devoted to the rustic, seasonal cooking of Tuscany. Written by the author of Flavors of Puglia, the book explores the everyday foods of the Tuscan countryside, with more than 100 recipes rooted in simple ingredients, careful technique, and deep respect for local tradition. Jenkins highlights the breads, crostini, bread soups, vegetables, beans, savory tarts, roasted and grilled meats, poultry, and seasonal dishes that define Tuscan country cooking, offering readers both practical recipes and a strong sense of place. Warm, grounded, and richly regional, Flavors of Tuscany is a strong pick for readers interested in authentic Italian cooking, Mediterranean foodways, and the timeless comfort of the Tuscan table.