| Alternative names | Gudighi |
|---|---|
| Type | Sausage |
| Place of origin | United States, Italy |
| Region or state | Upper Peninsula of Michigan |
Cudighi (/ˈkʊdəɡiː/) is anItalian-American dish consisting of a spicyItalian sausage seasoned with sweet spices that can be bought in links or served as asandwich on a long, hard roll, often withmozzarella cheese andtomato sauce. It is primarily found in theUpper Peninsula of Michigan in theMidwestern United States.
Cudighi can be served many ways in manyItalian-American dishes. As a sandwich, it was originally served with raw onions and mustard on a roll,[1] but is today typically served with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce.[2] Additional toppings may include mushrooms, onions, and green peppers.[2]
The taste of Cudighi varies with the amount of clove and cinnamon present in the mix.
Cudighi appears to be derived fromCotechino, a Northern Italian fresh sausage made from pork,fatback, andpork rind,[3] and is primarily found in theUpper Peninsula of Michigan, particularly inMarquette County.[4] The sandwich and its distinctive sausage were first sold in northern Michigan by Italian immigrants in 1936, who called itGudighi. The sandwich was originally dressed with mustard and onions; using tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese as toppings became popular following World War II.[5]
