Torta di mandorle con glassa arancione (Almond Cake with Orange Glaze)
This is one of those recipes that as you are making it, you’re saying to yourself, “this makes no sense”. But some how it turns …
World Nutella Day 2011!! Espresso-coated Nutella Cake Balls with Sea Salt
World Nutella Day 2011 is finally here!! I have been plotting this recipe for a few weeks…..nutella, dark chocolate, espresso AND sea salt in one …
Perfecting Pizzelles
Ahhh, warm holiday memories that bring a smile to my face….my brother and I standing over the pizzelle maker for hours on end while Mom made pizzelles for …
Galette of White Peaches and Tomatoes
This dessert is a delightful surprise! It mixes juicy white peaches with sweet yellow tomatoes – yes, tomatoes! I first made this delicious treat a …
World Nutella Day 2010: Nutella-filled Grand Marnier Ricotta Fritters
World Nutella Day 2010 is finally here!!! This is my second year participating in World Nutella Day. You must, must go visit the following sites …
Lemon panna cotta with raspberries: Panna cotta al limone con lamponi
Panna cotta (or “cooked milk”) must be the world’s simplest dessert; yet it impresses guests and tastes wonderful. It’s really a blank canvass to add …
Simple, Delicious Polenta Cookies
These simple yet delicious polenta cookies are my kind of cookie…..not too sweet with that simple taste of cornmeal. I have made these 4 times …
Pastiera: Neapolitan Easter Pie
There are many versions of the traditional Italian Easter dessert, Pasteria, featuring my favorite ingredient, creamy ricotta. This Neapolitan version uses arborio rice instead of …
World Nutella Day!! Toasted Coconut and Nutella Semifreddo
World Nutella Day 2009 finally arrived!! So many ways to use those little jars of hazelnut/chocolate goodness!! Memories of late night post-grad exams with jars …
Sicilian Torta di Pistacchio
Ahhh, the illusive Sicilian Torta di Pistacchio! There is a small hilltop town near Mount Etna named Bronte which is known for its pistachios. And …
Crostata alle Mele
Note from sis, Michele :o) – This is another great recipe from my brother, Joe, who thankfully is starting to post his great recipes as …
Limoncello Cheesecake Squares with Pomegranate Syrup
‘It’s beginning to look alot like Christmas……’ Pomegranates. A sign that Christmas is here! I love seeing that beautiful ruby red pile of pomegranates at …