Meat First Courses

Delve into the authentic Sicilian ragù potato gateau, affectionately known in Palermo as 'grattò di patati' – a hearty, indulgent treat steeped in tradition.

Delve into the authentic recipe for Lasagne Cacate, a sumptuous meat-based first course from the Modica and Palermo traditions, crafted for celebrations with a hearty ragù and velvety ricotta.

Whip up these gnocchi with porcini mushrooms and sausage for a hearty, aromatic dish that's just perfect for a Sunday lunch with a Sicilian twist!

Master the art of making impanata with lolli, a delightful Sicilian speciality steeped in tradition and perfect for Christmas Eve.

A rustic, comforting Sicilian pasta dish where onions, potatoes and peas gently melt into a silky sauce – a true taste of Palermo’s home cooking.

Discover the irresistible charm of Catania’s ‘pasta cinque buchi’, a rare and theatrical pasta shape that captures a rich, velvety meat ragù brimming with Sicilian flavour.

Tender slices of aubergine wrapped around a hearty Sicilian beef-and-pork ragù with peas - a warm, rustic bake that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your kitchen.

Tender beef simmered in a fragrant tomato and oregano sauce - a simple, homely Sicilian dish bursting with honest flavour.

Discover Pasta with Ricotta and Sausage: a quick and flavorful Sicilian recipe with an irresistible taste!

Tender roast rabbit infused with aromatic herbs, juniper and white wine - a rustic yet elegant Sicilian classic perfect for any season.

A vibrant Sicilian pasta dish where fresh asparagus meets fragrant fennel sausage - a simple, flavour-packed celebration of spring.

Indulgent, comforting and beautifully aromatic, these Sicilian meat cannelloni bring the warmth of island cooking to your table.

Discover these comforting ricotta-filled cassatelle served in a fragrant meat broth - a traditional Sicilian dish rich in history and homely flavour.

Discover how to prepare these flavourful tuma-filled cassatelle served in a warming chicken broth - a heartfelt Sicilian classic packed with character.

Tender lamb simmered with potatoes, herbs and wine - a soulful Sicilian dish perfect for Easter or any special gathering.

Discover how to make baked Anelletti, a beloved Palermo dish filled with rich ragù, fried aubergines and Sicilian cheeses.

A comforting, rustic Sicilian dish that brings together creamy chickpea polenta and the bold, traditional flavours of Palermo’s famous frittola.

A rustic Sicilian pie of slow-cooked lamb wrapped in soft bread dough - rich, aromatic and steeped in the flavours of eastern Sicily.