Pork is considered a lucky New Year’s food because it is fatty and rich. The classic pairing for New Year’s lentils in many parts of Italy is cotechino sausage, a typical dish of Modena in Emilia Romagna.
Tortellini or cappelletti (little hats) are enjoyed for Capodanno, or “head of the year” on New Years. A delicious way to say hats off to the old year and begin the new one!
Sfincione is a thick-crusted, rectangular pizza made with onions, bread crumbs, and caciocavallo cheese. It is the traditional pizza of Sicily and absolutely delicious!