So here I am, writing my final post for our Pomodori E Vino blog. Such mixed emotions I have as I try to gather my thoughts. Yes, there have been frustrations. Those times when I thought “How do I get … Continue reading →
Wow, I can’t believe it. My last recipe to cook for the Pomodori E Vino blog. Definitely not my last recipe to cook from Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking though. I’ll write more of my thoughts in my last blog … Continue reading →
Wow, I can’t believe I only have one recipe after this one left to finish out our Pomodori E Vino project. What an experience this has been. And how great to finish up with another fantastic recipe. Marcella explains that … Continue reading →
Marcella says that this treat used to be very popular in Italian cafes, but is now rarely found She talks about how it’s crystals melt on your tongue. Well, you’ve got to try this one, because the texture was amazing. … Continue reading →
Today’s recipe is Strawberry Gelato. I love gelato. While I love ice cream also, gelato usually tastes more intensely of the fresh fruit it’s made from. This recipe definately follows that, so be sure and use flavorful, fresh strawberries. I … Continue reading →
Today, my dessert was Baked Apples with Amaretti Cookies. I loved this recipe! They were so good. The recipe is quite simple to make. Core some apples, leaving the very bottom intact. Fill with a mixture of crushed amaretti cookies … Continue reading →
Zuppa Inglese is a dessert that is pound cake that’s soaking in a custard cream. Marcella says that it resembles the bread soaking in peasant soups, so that is why it is called a Zuppa. But why Inglese is in … Continue reading →