Egg, Poultry, & Meat Dishes

Eggs are eaten in Liguria with some regularity in omelettes and frittatas, in noodles, and in baked goods. They are probably the animal protein most consumed in Liguria, a region that eats less meat than just about any in Italy, certainly in the regions from Naples to the Alps. Up until not very long ago, meat consumption in Liguria was reserved for Sundays and special occasions. On Mondays and Tuesdays one would eat ravioli or vegetables stuffed with meat left over from the feast day. Otherwise, meals were made with vegetables, herbs, and cheese.