Pisto

Pisto is a typical product from the province of Mantua, and it is very similar to cotechino. Born out of a wish to use leftovers from salami production, today it is recognized as a Prodotto Agroalimentare Tradizionale of Lombardy region.

It is best described as a type of very soft sausage made with ground pork meat, pancetta, wine, salt, pepper, and garlic. Pisto is enjoyed cooked, when it is often served with polenta, but it is also used as a seasoning in local risotto recipes, such as the traditional local dish, risotto alla pilota.