Grandma’s Sicilian Sesame Cookies
December 14, 2015

Grandma’s Sicilian Sesame Cookies

This wonderful Sicilian cookie recipe was passed down to us from our beloved grandma and her sister, Aunt Sadie.   Our mother taught us and we have been making these cookies every Christmas for as long as I can remember. We use toasted sesame seeds for …

Desserts
-
by 3 Italian Sisters
Aunt Mary’s Homemade Apple Pie
November 30, 2015

Aunt Mary’s Homemade Apple Pie

My mother’s sister, Aunt Mary, loved to bake and her talented hands created all types of Italian and American pastries and pies.  She was particularly fond of making “homemade apple pies” and we could usually expect one or two of her pies for our Sunday …

Desserts
-
by 3 Italian Sisters
Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Torte Caprese)
October 3, 2015

Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Torte Caprese)

Craving a rich, decadent chocolate hazelnut cake??   Then Torte Caprese is a for you.  This chocolatey, nutty, moist and yummy bella cioccolato torte originates from Isle of Capri.  It is typically made with almonds but I couldn’t resist trying it with toasted hazelnuts because that is …

Desserts
-
by 3 Italian Sisters
Anjou Pears Poached in Red Wine
September 29, 2015

Anjou Pears Poached in Red Wine

Let’s celebrate Autumn and October’s grape harvest with this elegant, sensual dessert made especially to capture the beauty and simplicity of nature. This beautiful dolce is made with sweet Anjou pears that simmer slowly in a red wine syrup infused with thyme, star anise, vanilla, …

Desserts
-
by 3 Italian Sisters
Fresh Strawberry Crostata
May 6, 2015

Fresh Strawberry Crostata

A “crostata” is a rustic style Italian pie that can be filled with your favorite sweet or savory fillings.   The crust is buttery and flaky and wrapped like a beautiful package for la familia to enjoy. It is strawberry season in South Carolina.  And …

Desserts, Fruit
-
by 3 Italian Sisters