Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Rolled Focaccia with Sausage and Ricotta: A Rustic Sicilian Treat to Share
Delve into this rolled focaccia filled with fragrant sausage and creamy ricotta – a hearty, rustic dish perfect for sharing with loved ones!
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 600g focaccia dough
- ✓ 200g sheep’s milk ricotta
- ✓ 1 egg
- ✓ 150g sausage
- ✓ extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ salt
- ✓ freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Rolled focaccia with sausage and ricotta beautifully captures the authentic flavours of Sicily’s countryside. Hailing from rustic Sicilian farms, this lovely focaccia roll is generously filled with fennel-infused sausage and a sumptuous sheep’s milk ricotta cream. The tantalising aroma and bold, comforting taste make it an ideal treat for those cosy Autumn days when you crave a bit of hearty comfort food. Perfect for sharing, it works brilliantly as a starter or a main for a casual meal with friends and family. A golden, crisp crust envelops a soft, flavour-packed centre – a match made in foodie heaven from the very first bite.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Pass the ricotta through a fine sieve and mix it together with the sausage, having removed its casing and broken into small pieces.
- 2
Add the beaten egg, a pinch of salt and a scatter of freshly ground black pepper.
- 3
Roll out your risen dough to a thickness of about half a centimetre on a sheet of baking parchment.
- 4
Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1cm border all around.
- 5
Carefully roll the focaccia up and pinch the edges to seal.
- 6
Brush the top generously with extra virgin olive oil.
- 7
Transfer the focaccia on its parchment to a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 220°C for 35 to 40 minutes.
- 8
Serve warm or at room temperature for a delightful snack or meal.
💡 Tips and Variations
For an extra burst of flavour, try adding finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the filling, or swap the sausage for cooked ham for a milder yet equally delicious alternative.
📦 Storage
- • Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- • You can freeze the baked focaccia for up to a month.
- • Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving to bring back its lovely crispness.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy this focaccia alongside a glass of Nero d'Avola, a robust Sicilian red that pairs wonderfully with the sausage and ricotta flavours.
This rolled focaccia is a true celebration of Sicilian rustic charm and simple, hearty ingredients. I urge you to give this lovely recipe a try at home – it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for sharing with family or friends. Whether you serve it warm or cold, it’s sure to bring a little touch of Sicilian sunshine to your table. Do let me know how you get on, and most importantly, enjoy every mouthful!
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