Ignite your patrons' passion for flavor with this Piller's Black Kassel salami d'amour! This flavorful salami is made from hand-selected cuts of lean pork that are carefully ground and coupled with a fragrant mix of salt, aromatic garlic, and piquant black pepper before being stuffed into a unique heart-shaped casing. The salami is then smoked over hardwood for 7 days and then dry-cured for a minimum of 28 days, during which time it develops a smoky, richly complex flavor that mingles perfectly with the sensual spices. The final result is a salami full of classic flavor that your patrons are sure to enjoy! Its whimsical shape and unique combination of distinctive flavors will make this salami love at first bite!<br><br> This salami d'amour is the perfect way to impart your signature recipes with exquisite, smoky flavor! Add slices to your favorite sandwiches, subs, or paninis to give them a wonderful depth of flavor. You can also try cutting this salami into bite-sized strips, frying them until crispy, and then adding to classic Italian dishes like risotto or silky smooth Carbonara to bring an extra dimension of flavor to these old favorites. While this salami d'amour makes a tasty addition to many dishes, it's also delicious on its own! When it's sliced thin, this salami's alluring flavor and unique shape are sure to make it stand out on your next cheese plate or charcuterie board. Pair it with other thinly sliced fine meats and any cheese you like; rich and smoky gouda, classic sharp cheddar, or even soft and creamy brie are all great complements to its lovable flavor. Adorn your platter with sweet jams, crunchy nuts, salty olives, and decadent figs, and serve with deep red wine or a hearty German beer and you have an appetizer fit for a king! No matter how you choose to serve it, this salami d'amour will make a deliciously memorable addition to your menu.<br><br> Legend has it that centuries ago, there was a beautiful castle tucked away in the German countryside. The lord and lady of this castle were known throughout the land for throwing elaborate banquets and feasts, where they always served their guests the very finest smoked sausages, charcuterie, salamis, and hams. As news of the lord and lady's delicious meats spread far and wide, demand for their delicacies grew. Fires burned day and night to smoke the prized meats, eventually turning the once-bright walls of the castle to a distinctive dark hue. Inspired by the tale of this ancient castle, the skilled artisans at Piller's Black Kassel are committed to offering quality and Old-World flavor you can count on. Piller's was born in 1957 when Wilhelm Huber opened a small butcher shop in Ontario, Canada. Using Old-World, traditional family recipes that had been passed from father to son for generations, Wilhelm and his brothers began producing some of the finest European-style sausages and deli meats in North America. Today, Piller's is a 5th generation family-operated company that continues to focus on European traditions. When selecting charcuterie and deli meats, look for the black castle as a symbol of quality and delicious flavor!