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A medium-grain variety of rice from Italy that is characterized by its black, charcoal, and rust colored grains. When cooked, the rice has a distinctive nutty flavor, a slightly chewy texture. It makes an excellent side dish when dressed with oil or butter, seasoned with salt and pepper, and topped with grated hard cheese. It is available through mail order or can be found in well-stocked food stores and Italian markets.