Alivenci
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| Type | Custard tart |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Romania, Moldova |
| Region or state | Moldavia |
| Main ingredients | Milk, cornmeal, cream cheese, smântână, eggs, butter |
Alivenci, plural form of alivancă,[1] is a traditional custard tart, from the cuisine of Moldavia made with cornmeal, cream cheese like urdă or telemea and smântână.
A form of cheesecake was very popular in Ancient Greece.[citation needed] The secret of its manufacture was passed during the Roman invasions.[original research?] At that time, the Latin name used for this type of cake was placenta that was transmitted in Romanian culture.[original research?]
For Saint Peter, the Moldovan prepare alivenci.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ DEXon line
- ^ Roumanie le guide vert (in French). Michelin, cartes et guides. 2008. ISBN 9782067134980.