Toasted Breadcrumbs

The original poor man’s Parmigiano. A spoonful of this humble Sicilian staple can transform the simplest plate of pasta. Known locally as pane atturrato, this toasted breadcrumb topping was born out of necessity, when cheese was too expensive and home cooks relied on a handful of stale bread instead. Still used today, it brings texture, crunch and depth to a dish, especially when you want that extra something without reaching for grated cheese. This topping can be used through