what is cotechino
Boiled cotechino, served with polenta and lentils. The cotechino is an Italian charcuterie product, similar to salami, but requiring cooking; usually it is boiled at low heat for about four hours.oiled cotechino, served with polenta and lentils. The cotechino is an Italian charcuterie product, similar to salami, but requiring cooking; usually it is boiled at low heat for about four hours.