Local Recipes in Sicily

Cannoli are probably the best-known sweet from Sicily.

Capuliato bursts of Sicilian sun and island flavor, with sun-dried tomatoes whirred into a pesto.

Crispy outside, soft and tasty inside, these little special "meatballs" are very satisfying.

This is a Sicilian specialty that uses the island's fresh fish and abundant salt.

Pantelleria is known for its capers, so when you see a recipe with "Pantelleria style" (alla Pantesca, in Italian) it is a good bet that capers figure in the mix.

Eggplant (or Aubergine) Parmesan This tasty meal is like a lasagne made with layers of eggplant instead of pasta.

This celebratory Sicilian baked pasta dish is sort of like a delicious cross between eggplant parmesan and baked ziti.

The sunny island of Sicily is a land of abundance - pistachio groves, sun-ripened tomatoes and fragrant basil grow without effort, gracing the tables with the flavors of summer.

Sicily is synonymous with swordfish.

A savory mix of island capers, olives, anchovies, meld with the other ingredients to create a satisfying burst of flavor.

Veal Marsala (Scaloppine al Marsala) The origins of the dish are unclear, but the use of Marsala, a Sicilian fortified white wine, points to the island.