I love biscotti, as I sit at my desk working I crave one. For many years, I struggled to make them taste good and be able to slice them into thin enough pieces. The dilemma was how to make biscotti with the maximum amount of nuts without being too difficult to slice cleanly. … [Read more...] about Hazelnut Biscotti with Chocolate Chips and Currants
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Biscotios de Huevo, Sephardic Tea Biscuit
The first generation of my family to come from Turkey, my grandmothers and my aunties, used to sit and rest a bit in the afternoon. After preparing dinner and finishing their housework, they traded bits of gossip about the community and themselves (char lashon) with a cup of … [Read more...] about Biscotios de Huevo, Sephardic Tea Biscuit
Pink Lady Apple Pie
Soft delicately spiced pieces of apple, packed together in a tiny bit of loose clear pink jelly, encased in crisp, flaky pie crust is the way I like apple pie. Over the years, I have used many varieties of apples and I prefer the Pink Lady variety. Pink Ladies cook quickly, … [Read more...] about Pink Lady Apple Pie
Borekas With Potato And Cheese
Consumed in great quantities, loved by all, the flaky dough and flavorful fillings beckon you to eat yet another one, the irresistible Boreka. Boreka may also be spelled Boureka or Bureka. Borekas are usually a savory, but occasionally sweet filled turnover. There are many … [Read more...] about Borekas With Potato And Cheese
Chocolate Espresso Cake
Rich, dark, moist with an intense chocolate flavor, this cake is always popular. It is a large enough cake to serve 12-16 people and is a good choice to serve as part of a dessert buffet. I have given the recipe to many people and often take it to friend’s homes as my … [Read more...] about Chocolate Espresso Cake
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