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Cannolo fritters: an incredible treat to try right now
INGREDIENTS180g (1 1/4 cups) of all-purpose flour1 egg30ml (1 1/2 tbsp) of seed oil15ml (1 tbsp) of white wine30g (1 1/2 tbsp) of sugarVanillin1 lemon (zest)Oil for fryingRicotta creamPistachio cheesePowdered sugar METHOD1. In a bowl add the flour, egg, oil, white wine, sugar, vanilla sugar, and lemon zest and start mixing with a spatula. When…
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Pasta timbale: the recipe for the festive first course in a brisée crust
IngredientsFOR THE STUFFINGSHORT PASTA LIKE RIGATONI400 grTOMATO PUREE400 grPROVOLONE300 grFROZEN PEAS100 grFROZEN MIXED MUSHROOMS100 grGRATED PARMESAN CHEESE50 grSAUSAGES3RED WINE1 glassCELERY1 costaONION1/2CARROT1/2GARLIC1/2 cloveSALEq.b.EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OILq.b.FOR THE SHORTCRUST PASTRY00 FLOUR280 grBUTTER130 grWHITE WINE80 mlEXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL1 tablespoonSALEq.b.YOU ALSO NEED THEMEGG1LATTEq.b.BUTTERq.b.The pasta timbale is a tasty and first course substantial, typical of the local gastronomic tradition.…
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Coconut and chocolate cake: soft, quick and delicious
Ingredients:Dough:3 eggs 8 tablespoons of sugarHalf a teaspoon of baking powder2 tablespoons cocoa powder9 tablespoons of flour1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for greasing the pan)Coconut filling:200 ml of milk100 g of butter100 g of sugar150 g of coconut flakesChocolate frosting:70 g of butter100 g of chocolate bar Preparation:1. Dough: in a bowl mix the eggs with the…
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Candy canes, the famous sugar canes: the sweet created to keep children quiet
White and red candy canes are a clever thing and there is no other way to describe the reasons that led to their birth. It is a very simple sweet, an elongated candy in the shape of stick, usually two-tone, traditionally cinnamon-flavored although today there are plenty of variations. Originally they were simple sticks, straight,…
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The success of mini panettone: an absurd and totally anti-economic trend
We’ve actually seen them in supermarkets for many years, often given as gifts to children to make them feel grown up: i mini panettoni however in 2023 they have taken on a different and all their own dignity. It’s as if there were a new phenomenon of Christmas desserts in a mignon version which satisfy…
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Christmas biscuits: the tasty and original idea to surprise everyone
Ingredients:125 g of butter50 g of icing sugar1 small egg50 g of corn starch (you can replace with flour)200 g of flour (+ or – depending on the size of your egg)1 pinch of salt3 g of baking powderIce:100 g icing sugar2 tablespoons of milk2 tablespoons lemon juiceFood coloring Preparation:1. In a bowl mix butter,…
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Buffalo Wings: the recipe for tasty American chicken wings
IngredientsFOR BUFFALO SAUCEWHITE WINE VINEGAR40 mlCHILLI POWDER1/2 tspPAPRIKA POWDER1/2 tspGARLIC POWDER1/2 tspONION POWDER1/2 tspSALE1 pinchHONEY1/2 tspSTARCH SAYS MORE1/2 tbspVEGETABLE OIL1 TeaspoonFOR THE CHICKEN WINGSCHICKEN WINGS400 grSEED OILq.b.BUTTER2 tbspSESAME SEEDSq.b.ROSEMARYq.b.The Buffalo Wings are delicious and succulent chicken wings fried and immersed in a delicious accompanying sauce. Originating from the United States, they are one of the…
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Potato stuffed fritters: you really need to try them
Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes Water for cooking Salt and pepper Bread crumbs 2 medium eggs Cornstarch 2 large spoons (60g) Cooked spinach 300g (sautéed with olive oil, salt and pepper) Parmesan 30g White cheese for sandwiches (or mozzarella) Seed oil for frying) Directions: 1. Cut the potatoes and boil them in salted water. 2. Then…
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Almond soft cookies: the easy and tasty recipe to try right now
Ingredients: 500 gr flour 400 gr butter or margarine, chilled 10 gr baking powder 100 gr powdered sugar 100 gr toasted and chopped almonds 1 sachet of vanillin Powdered sugar for sprinkling Directions: 1. Start mixing together flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, butter, almonds and vanillin. 2. Form a uniform dough and divide it into…
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Goulash: the easy recipe for a tender and delicious dish!
A hearty beef stew is just what you need during the cold winter months. And if you like rich, spicy stews, this is just the recipe for you. A goulash is a combination between a soup and a stew. It has a bit more liquid than a typical stew, but not so much that you…
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