The Secret Ingredient Is Always Love
Fusilli Pasta with Asparagus and Broccoli makes a quick and delicious meal for any day of the week and all under 30 minutes. At times we long for quick and simple recipes. The kind that can be prepared at a moments notice and still be so tasty and flavourful. And yet, as simply as they…
Zeppole Di San Giuseppe are traditional Italian pastries prepared every March 19 for the Feast of Saint Joseph’s Day which also happens to be Father’s Day in Italy. What are Zeppole Zeppole are simply Italian doughnuts that come in a variety of forms. A very popular one here on the blog are these Zeppole Ricotta Doughnuts….
These Italian Bocconotti Cookies are seductive little morsels with their scalloped buttery shells and a lovely fig jam cocooned within. All that’s needed is a light dusting of powdered sugar before serving and then simply relax in your comfy chair with a hot cup of tea while nibbling on these dainty treats. There are so…
These Zeppole, ricotta doughnuts are so incredibly light… sweet and crunchy on the outside and pillowy soft on the inside. As an added bonus, they are simply a snap to make at home. What are Zeppole Zeppole, are essentially deep fried Italian dough balls. They come in a variety of sizes and the more popular…
Rose di Carnevale are sweet Italian fritters and it probably doesn’t get prettier then these rose shaped pastries. They’re dusted with a generous amount of powdered sugar and topped with roasted hazelnuts. I’ll bet you can’t eat just one! Each year in Italy, during Carnival season, masked celebrants throughout the provinces are marking the occasion…
These Slow Cooker Chocolate Raspberry Brownies are ridiculously easy to make. They’re ever so moist and fudgy, and with all the attributes of a great brownie! All you’ll need is 15 minutes of prep time to make these homemade treats and your slow cooker does the rest! These chocolate raspberry brownies came to be purely…
Oven Roasted Potatoes and Fennel, is a simple yet delicious vegetarian dish combining two of my favourite vegetables. This combo makes an excellent side dish to any main meal. What is Fennel and what can I do with it? Fennel is a super crisp vegetable that can be eaten raw as is or sliced thinly…
A crispy Fennel and Pomegranate Salad with thinly sliced granny smith apples and tossed with a white wine vinaigrette. Fennel is one of my favourite vegetables. I love it’s sweet liquorice taste and it really makes a lovely crunchy snack all on its’ own. When paired with thin slices of tart granny smith apples and…
Dress up your holiday table with a homemade Chocolate Cherry Panettone, an Italian sweetbread that can be enjoyed in a myriad of ways. I love strolling through the panettone laden aisle at the Italian grocery stores during the holidays. It’s a definite reminder that Christmas is well on its way! Nowadays, there are so many…
Soft and fluffy Pumpkin Ricotta Zeppole, rolled in a cinnamon sugar mix are sure to please all doughnut lovers. These deep fried Italian doughnuts are perfect for the holidays or just about any other day. Forgive me for inundating you with pumpkin recipes these past weeks. But, tis the season after all! And besides, what’s…
Dazzle family and friends with a simple to make yet show stopping Pumpkin Cake Roll! It has all the wonderful aromas of Fall with fragrant spices such as ginger, nutmeg and cinnamon. The outer layer is studded with chopped walnuts and the inside layers are filled with a luscious cream cheese frosting. This pumpkin cake…
