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Zucca in Agrodolce | Sicilian Sweet & Sour Squash Recipe

This Sicilian dish dresses shallow-fried squash with a sweet and sour marinade. It's delicious, and a great way to make a stand-out...

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Pasta c'Anciova | Sicilian Anchovy Pasta Recipe

This pasta dish was invented by Sicilian migrants in Milan, using Sicilian ingredients with a long shelf life which they could take with...

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Gnocchuli Cavati | Sicilian Pasta Recipe

This handmade pasta is extremely rare, even in Italy. You won't find it on store shelves, so you either need to know someone who can make...

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Homemade Cannoli Recipe | How to Make Cannoli from Scratch

Everyone loves cannoli, but very few people try making them from scratch. It's easier than you might think, though, and the results will...

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Pasta cu i Cucunci | Sicilian Vegetable Pasta

This dish is an excellent example of how pasta water—full of starch and minerals—can be used to create incredibly creamy sauces with...

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Scacciata Ragusana | Italian Folded Pizza Recipe

Although not technically a "pizza," this Sicilian dish is so delicious you just might prefer it to a classic pie! A hearty, tangy filling...

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Arancini Recipe | How to Make Authentic Sicilian Arancini

In Sicily, arancini (or arancine in Palermo) come in many varieties with different fillings. This recipe is for the most classic...

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Couscous Alla Trapanese Recipe | Authentic Sicilian Couscous

At one time or another, Sicily was conquered by just about every major Mediterranean power since the dawn of the bronze age. The result?...

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Cassata Siciliana | Sicilian Cheesecake Recipe

Cassata is a decadent and colorful desert which speaks to the varied influences present in Sicilian cuisine. At its heart it is a simple...

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Gelo di "Mellone" | Sicilian Watermelon Dessert Recipe

A classic summertime Sicilian treat, gelo di mellone is a simple but outstanding dessert. The classic preparation is made with watermelon...

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Sfincione di San Vito Recipe | Sicilian "Deep Dish Pizza"

Sfincione is a type of Italian "torta salata," or savory pie. This particular Sicilian version is actually similar to a Chicago deep dish...