Tag: Sicilian

Cucidati (Sicilian Fig Cookies)

Cucidati (Sicilian Fig Cookies)

During the winter, right around Christmas, it’s a tradition amongst many Sicilian families to get together and make certain types of cookies. Perhaps my favorite are the cucidati. These tiny cookies are packed with flavor and always remind me of Christmastime. However, for such a…

Sicilian Tomato Sauce

Sicilian Tomato Sauce

Let me preface this recipe by admitting that this is not an exact replica of my family’s Sicilian tomato sauce. I have added herbes de Provence and fennel here. Personally, I really enjoy the additional flavors. Adding the fennel especially gives this sauce an extra…