Cucina Siciliana: Fresh and vibrant recipes from a unique Mediterranean island (Ursula Ferrigno' Cookbooks)

Discover the unique fusion of flavors that Sicilian food has to offer and bring some Mediterranean sunshine into your own kitchen.Sicily is a beguiling place and its prominent position has led to repeated conquests over the centuries, which has left an extraordinary cultural legacy and a reputation as the melting pot of the Mediterranean. The islands unique food is bright, earthy, and suffused with the intensity of the Sicilian sun. Juicy tomatoes, the islands own fragrant olive oil, wild fennel, and citrus fruits are all staple ingredients. Here youll discover authentic recipes for the best food Sicily has to offer including antipasti, vibrant salads, light soups, and pasta. Delicious meat and fish recipes feature Sarde a Beccaficco (stuffed sardines), and Abbacchio alla Cacciatovia (panfried Spring lamb with herb and anchovy sauce). Sicilians notoriously have a sweet tooth and are among the best dessertmakers in Italy. Indulge in Pistachio Gelato, Cannoli (pastry tubes filled with sweetened ricotta) and possibly Sicilys most famous export, Cassata.