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Rosemary Cashews make the perfect nibble!
I've been making these rosemary cashews for many years now and they are always such a big hit with everyone. The recipe was originally...

Sheryl Ness
Dec 30, 20231 min read
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Panettone Bread Pudding
During the holiday season, we always have a panettone or possibly two to enjoy with family and friends. I love to enjoy this sweet...

Sheryl Ness
Nov 24, 20232 min read
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Caramelized Citrus and Curd Cake
Happy spring everyone! I'm so ready to welcome in warm weather, green grass, and early spring flowers this year. I was dreaming about...

Sheryl Ness
Apr 10, 20223 min read
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Torta di Mele - Tuscan Apple Cake
Try this recipe for a beautiful Torta de Mele - Tuscan Apple Cake

Sheryl Ness
Nov 27, 20213 min read
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Fig, Fontina, and Walnut Focaccia
A few weeks ago, I was in the kitchen with my friend Nancy making fig jam. The purple Mission figs that arrive in Minnesota from...

Sheryl Ness
Oct 16, 20212 min read
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Rosettes - A Beautiful Baked Pasta
Vincenzo has been making pasta rosettes for many of our recent cooking events, and everyone has asked for the recipe, so here it is! This...

Sheryl Ness
Oct 8, 20213 min read
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Schiacciata d'Uva (Harvest Grape Focaccia)
I love the traditions around the time of the grape harvest in Tuscany. This special harvest grape focaccia is a really lovely treat to...

Sheryl Ness
Sep 26, 20213 min read
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Plum and Lavender Almond Cake
This is the time of year when the local farmer's markets are full of beautiful, fresh fruit. I often search for the lovely purple Italian...

Sheryl Ness
Sep 12, 20212 min read
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Limoncello Tiramisu: A Springtime Twist on the Classic Dessert
Spring is here in Minnesota and we are loving it! I thought I'd share this fun recipe that puts a twist on the classic tiramisu....

Sheryl Ness
Apr 24, 20213 min read
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Rustici with Pecorino Cheese, Pears, Pistachios, and Lemon
It's the first day of Spring and what a great time to make this lovely and easy appetizer. The combination of pecorino cheese, pistachios, a

Sheryl Ness
Mar 19, 20212 min read
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Gnocchi alla Romana
This weekend, Vincenzo made a special type of gnocchi that is historically from Rome. I've been curious about this recipe for a while...

Sheryl Ness
Jan 3, 20212 min read
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Hearty Tomato Soup and a Hug
Sometimes you just want a hearty bowl of tomato soup, maybe a real hug, followed by a cozy nap. That's how I've been feeling these days....

Sheryl Ness
Dec 18, 20202 min read
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Christmas Biscotti
It's getting close to Christmas and so it's time to make Christmas biscotti! I love to switch up my biscotti recipe for the holiday,...

Sheryl Ness
Dec 11, 20202 min read
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Holiday Nutella Tart
Nutella - You made me LOVE you...I didn't want to do it...This holiday Nutella tart was inspired by Vincenzo discovering a soon to expire...

Sheryl Ness
Dec 6, 20202 min read
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Lemon Cream and Summertime Vibes
Summertime for me is about fresh and lively flavors. I'm always drawn to citrus tastes for desserts during this time of year. Vincenzo...

Sheryl Ness
Aug 23, 20203 min read
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Dark Chocolate, Orange, and Almond Biscotti
It's a rainy Sunday here in Minnesota and even though its hot outside, I'm baking Vincenzo's favorite biscotti to enjoy for breakfast...

Sheryl Ness
Jul 26, 20202 min read
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White Pizza with Potatoes and Rosemary
The first time I tasted this white pizza was on a visit to Siena. I remember the pure joy as I took my first bites. The combination of...

Sheryl Ness
Jul 5, 20203 min read
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Pear, Pecorino, and Pistachio Focaccia
I've been making different kinds of focaccia since my time in Italy. It's such a quick way to make a meal. Focaccia and a green salad are...

Sheryl Ness
May 6, 20202 min read
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Cacio e Pepe Sauce - A Grown Up Version of Mac and Cheese
Comfort food has been a mainstay at our house these days - probably yours too. That's why I just had to put this recipe for pici cacio e pep

Sheryl Ness
May 4, 20202 min read
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Grandpa Camillo's Secret Recipe: Potato, Tomato and Bread Soup
Vincenzo has been talking about his grandpa Camillo's "breakfast soup" for years. He has fond memories of stopping into his grandpa's...

Sheryl Ness
Apr 21, 20202 min read
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