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Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Cake  (Torte Caprese)

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 

Anjou Pears Poached in Red Wine

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, 

Escalope of Chicken with Artichokes and Capers

Escalope of Chicken with Artichokes and Capers

This delectable chicken dish was just featured at our September cooking class. It is easy to prepare and always a hit.    It’s similar to chicken francaise but with addition of artichokes and capers.  Oh..by the way…an escalope is a boneless piece of meat that has 

Pasta with Roasted Butternut Squash and Speck

Pasta with Roasted Butternut Squash and Speck

When the cool weather sneaks in and the colors of nature begin to produce squashes, pumpkins and hearty greens I am compelled to create tasty pasta dishes and soups.   I really enjoy the flavor of butternut squash when flavored with small specks of savory 

Creamy Fire Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

Creamy Fire Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

Autumn is a perfect time to prepare this heart warming fire roasted tomato soup.  It satisfies all the senses with its creamy, savory, velvety texture and it is even more perfect when served with my Mozzarella en Carrozza sandwiches. Normally, i would make this soup