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Cornucopie alla Crema (Custard-Filled Cornucopias)

15 January 2015 by Paola Leave a Comment

cornucopie

“Cornucopie” are Italian sweets, typical of Campania. The term cornucopia literally means “horn of abundance” (from the Latin “cornu” horn and “copiae” abundance) and signifies wealth, happiness and harmony. The traditional recipe calls for “struffoli” as filling (small balls of sweet dough that are fried and then dipped in honey and decorated with sprinkles and… 

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Filed Under: Sweets and snacks Tagged With: Custard, Puff pastry

Torta di Fragole (Strawberry Tart)

4 May 2013 by Paola 4 Comments

This delicious and fresh strawberry tart is prepared with an almond-flavored dough (pasta frolla), filled with custard and then decorated with fresh strawberries for a tasty and colorful touch. It is a mouth-watering  dessert to serve on a special occasion such as the Mother’s Day! But this is a classic for any other occasion too,… 

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Filed Under: Something festive, Something seasonal, Sweets and snacks Tagged With: Almonds, Custard, Gelatin, Strawberries

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