Celebrating Biscotti

Celebrating Biscotti

Today’s Spotlight is on Biscotti. Biscotti, known also as cantucci, are Italian almond biscuits that originated in the Tuscan city of Prato. They are twice-baked, oblong-shaped, dry, crunchy, and may be dipped in a drink, traditionally Vin Santo. Biscotti are Italian...
Top 20 Ingredient Substitutions

Top 20 Ingredient Substitutions

There is nothing worse than being in the middle of cooking dinner and you realize you are out of one ingredient that you need. Here is list of the top 20 ingredient substitutions that may just save the day, or a trip to the store. 1. Applesauce for oil 2. Greek yogurt...
Celebrating Brownies

Celebrating Brownies

Today’s spotlight is on brownies. A brownie is a baked chocolate confection. It’s an American dessert or snack that’s named after the color brown. Brownies are often described as a cross between a cake and a cookie. They’re baked without baking...
Celebrating Lox and Bagels

Celebrating Lox and Bagels

Today’s Spotlight is on Lox and Bagels. A bagel is a yeast-leavened bread roll that is shaped like a doughnut. Bagels have a crisp, shiny crust and a dense interior. They are often eaten as a breakfast food or snack and are often topped with cream cheese and lox...
Celebrating Molasses Bars

Celebrating Molasses Bars

Today’s spotlight is on Molasses Bars. Molasses bars are a cross between cookies and brownies. They’re chewy, sweet, and can have a fudgy texture. Some say they’re like maple syrup brownies. Molasses has a flavor that’s similar to gingerbread...
Celebrating Fettuccine Alfredo

Celebrating Fettuccine Alfredo

Today’s spotlight is on Fettuccini Alfredo. Fettuccine Alfredo or fettuccine al burro is an Italian pasta dish of fresh fettuccine tossed with butter and parmesan. As the cheese melts, it emulsifies the liquids to form a smooth and rich cheese sauce coating the pasta....

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