Bloated in Caltabelotta!

According to Steve, ricotta has 24 properties, which break down at a rate of 1 property every two hours.

This is why fresh ricotta is coveted by Sicilians. It tastes like nothin' you ain't ever eaten before. It's creamy, pillowy, delicious morsels of warm fresh heaven!

While the rest of the gang was underwhelmed, I found fresh ricotta to be so delicious it was almost heartbreaking.


We could barely eat a few spoonfuls...while the Sicilians went back for a whole 'nother fresh bowl!




This iteration of ricotta has the texture of the softest buffalo mozzarella and the consistency of tofu. It's relatively tasteless to me.



And this is pecorino - a very firm cheese - with a strong salted flavor.

Wow! What a meal. Home-made bread, fresh wine, cheese and olives. All you can eat for 7 euro (about $10).