Reuters reported this week, a survey by food manufacturers association Coldiretti said that about 59 residents Italy reuse pasta, bread and vegetable scraps. This method is a distinct trend that suggests destitution Italy due to government austerity measures triggered unemployment.
Culinary leftovers are called "cucina povera" or poor man's food. In addition to using leftovers, food type is also wearing inexpensive spices. One of them is the famous "panzanella", blended using the leftover bread, olive oil and tomatoes. Other meals are "ribollita", soup made from leftover bread and vegetables.
In addition to overcoming the crisis, it is also efficacious in reducing food waste. According to the survey, each year, the Italian discard 10 million tons of food, valued at 11 billion euros "Prescription anti wasteful became popular in Italy. You just need a little creativity and you can make tasty meatballs with minced meat, eggs, bread and cheese the rest," said Chairman Coldiretti Sergio Marini.
The Italian government plans to raise the tax by one per cent to cope with the crisis. The policy will be implemented in July next year it will be more difficult for residents. An estimated three percent or one out of four citizens of Italy will be miserable year.
source Vivanews.com
