Pope Francis Ate These Foods Every Day
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BY FELICIA LEE
Bagna Cauda
Italian food is prominent at the Vatican. One dish Pope Francis loved was bagna cauda, a punchy sauce of olive oil and butter simmered with anchovies and minced garlic.
Diners drizzle it over fresh sliced vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and bread. It's simple, unpretentious, and designed to be shared, reflecting the late pontiff's values.
Membrillo
Due to his youth in Argentina, Pope Francis loved membrillo, a paste made from quinces, sugar, and lemon juice. It's sweet, tart, and often served with cheese and bread.
Empanadas
Another childhood favorite of Pope Francis' was Argentine-style empanadas, savory turnovers with a flaky crust and a filling of beef sautéed with vegetables.
Steak
Pope Francis was known to enjoy a good sirloin steak, another connection to his Argentine roots. Argentina's grass-fed beef reigns supreme on Argentine tables.
Dulce De Leche
A 2016 cookbook revealed that Pope Francis had a serious sweet tooth and loved dulce de leche, a thick, milk-based caramel used as a pastry filling or spread.
