Inspired use for Italian pistachio spread?

I bought pistachio spread (PISTACCHIELLA, similar to creme marron but made from pistachios) in Italy and have never used it. Suggestions are so welcome!

ortolan
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  • September 24, 2013
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Susan January 9, 2021
Smear the pistachio spread on a plate, then place seared scallops on the spread.
 
Salvo P. December 29, 2017
In this article I talk about how we use it in Sicily
https://www.usitalianfood.com/single-post/3Ways-Pistachio-Cream
 
Lost_in_NYC January 29, 2017
I bought a similar jar (also on a trip to Italy) and I think the best use of it was to spread it on a really good baguette paired with some great cheese on the side and a nice bottle of cold white Italian wine to sip it down with. Enjoy!
 
Nancy January 29, 2017
I have a garbanzo salad recipe that uses 2 or 3 each of nuts/seeds and dried fruit if you like this pattern, use some of the pistachio spead, chopped dried fruit you like and quality beans (like Rancho Gordo). Finish with a mayo/lemon juice dressing and a green herb.
 
Nancy January 29, 2017
Should read:
...nuts/seeds & dried fruit. If you like thus pattern...
 
Melissa P. January 29, 2017
I too have just discovered this delicious delightful treasure. Keeping it simple is probably for the best. For the price, it's best you taste every creamy dreamy note. I indulge on breads, toasts or with fruit.
 
PazzoNico September 24, 2013
@Tobi: Do yourself a favor; indulge a little. You deserve it.
 
TobiT September 24, 2013
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ortolan September 24, 2013
These are all great ideas, thank you!!! Pecorino as a flavor pairing is right on--I purchased it in Pienza, pecorino central.
 
PazzoNico September 24, 2013
...Or warm it up with a splash of cream, milk, or water and pour over ice cream or gelato.
 
PazzoNico September 24, 2013
Don't over-think this one. PB&J style sandwich. Pistachiella as the peanut butter. Maybe a fig marmellata or grape jam? Or just mascarpone and honey.
Or on the savory side; ricotta with a little pecorino and black pepper (or pecorino pepato). I'm thinking ciabatta..?
 
pierino September 24, 2013
I agree with Crazy Nico's thinking on this. Keep it simple. Perhaps spread it on bruschette and top with thinly sliced radish, with maybe mostarda di Cremona as a garnish.
 
amysarah September 24, 2013
A thin layer spread in a tart shell, before layering in the fruit (small Italian 'prune' plums would be a good flavor combo, and are in season.) Works well with almond paste - and pistachio sounds even more delicious.
 
Sarah F. September 24, 2013
How about spreading it in the bottom of a tart crust and topping it with sweetened ricotta and candied orange peel, kind of a take on cannoli? I better find a jar of this spread!
 
Maedl September 24, 2013
It could be used on crepes, too.
 
London_Eats September 24, 2013
If the flavour is good, I would try to make some sort of mousse, but make one that can be served at room temperature to get the most of the nutty taste.

Or what about a savoury pistachio souffle?
 
amysarah September 24, 2013
David Lebovitz has a blog post about pistachios and pistachio paste, with a recipe for Pistachio Gelato: http://www.davidlebovitz.com/2007/09/pistachio-gelat/
Looks fantastic and I've had it saved for years, but haven't sprung for a jar to make it yet!
 
em-i-lis September 24, 2013
What about pistachio shortbread cookies? Those could then be dipped in chocolate!
 
Maedl September 24, 2013
Perhaps a sandwich cookie (with pistachios in the cookie dough) and the pistacchiella used as a filling. Probably should be some chocolate involved somewhere, too! Or as filling in a jelly roll or some sort of nut cake.
 
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