{"product_id":"crispino-bruschetta-pomodori-secchi-calabrian-sun-dried-tomato-spread","title":"Crispino Bruschetta Pomodori Secchi — Calabrian Sun-Dried Tomato Spread","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrispino Bruschetta Pomodori Secchi\u003c\/strong\u003e is an authentic Calabrian sun-dried tomato spread (250g) made by Famiglia Crispino in the Alta Valle del Savuto, Calabria, Italy, from sun-dried tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, basil, and garlic — with no citric acid, no preservatives, and no dyes. Vegan and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFor generations, Calabrians have dried tomatoes under the southern sun to intensify sweetness, deepen color, and concentrate natural umami. This spread preserves that ancestral technique in a refined, ready-to-use form: bold, vibrant, and deeply Mediterranean. Sun-dried tomato bruschetta made this way — without acidity correctors, on a short local supply chain — is rarely exported from Italy; Taycte brings one of the few authentic versions to the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFamiglia Crispino, Lago–Mangone area (Alta Valle del Savuto), Calabria, Italy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eReady-to-use sun-dried tomato spread (bruschetta topping)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDried Tomatoes 84%, extra virgin olive oil, basil, garlic, salt.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFree from\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCitric acid, preservatives, dyes, artificial additives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDietary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVegan, gluten-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e250 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNutrition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e[Per-serving panel from label]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIngredients sourced within ~50 km of production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRecognition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFirst Place Italian Food Awards 2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening and consume within 3 days; keep contents covered with oil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eConcentrated tomato sweetness, bright Mediterranean basil, rich extra virgin olive oil depth, and a savory garlic finish — intense, sweet, and aromatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Is Different From Typical Sun-Dried Tomato Spreads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMost sun-dried tomato spreads sold in the U.S. are industrially produced, acidified with citric acid, artificially colored, sweetened, or made outside Italy. Crispino's version is the traditional Calabrian one: real sun-dried tomatoes, no acidity correctors, no preservatives, prepared in small batches by a family producer working with ingredients sourced within roughly 50 km — the clean-label philosophy that earned Famiglia Crispino First Place at the Italian Food Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eSpread on crostini, focaccia, or toasted bread; toss into warm pasta or use as an instant sauce base; layer into panini and grilled-vegetable sandwiches; spoon over eggs, roasted vegetables, or potatoes; add to antipasto boards with cheeses and olives; or blend with ricotta, mascarpone, or goat cheese for a five-minute gourmet dip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIs this the same as sun-dried tomato pesto?\u003c\/em\u003e No — pesto is typically blended with cheese and nuts. This is a pure tomato-based spread: sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, basil, and garlic, which also makes it vegan and nut-free [verify facility statement].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhy no citric acid?\u003c\/em\u003e Most industrial producers add citric acid to standardize acidity and extend shelf life; Crispino relies instead on traditional preparation and natural preservation in oil, keeping the tomato flavor unaltered — the defining trait of authentic Calabrian antipasti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do I use it in pasta?\u003c\/em\u003e Stir two to three tablespoons into hot drained pasta with a splash of cooking water — it emulsifies into a sauce on its own. Finish with Parmigiano or keep it fully vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow long does it last after opening?\u003c\/em\u003e Refrigerate, keep the surface covered with olive oil, and use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Famiglia Crispino\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eBased in the Alta Valle del Savuto in Calabria, Famiglia Crispino has preserved authentic Southern Italian gastronomy since 1979 across two generations: local sourcing within 50 km, clean-label recipes free from acidity correctors, slow traditional preparation, and small-batch production. Their dedication to purity has earned national recognition, including First Place at the Italian Food Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taycte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55843110682697,"sku":"sku-43562498359459","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/4279\/1497\/files\/Untitled_design_20_2.png?v=1784879387","url":"https:\/\/treeoflifegrocers.com\/es\/products\/crispino-bruschetta-pomodori-secchi-calabrian-sun-dried-tomato-spread","provider":"Tree of Life Grocers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}