Italian Recipes – Desserts
Ricotta Cheesecake
Ricotta Cheesecake (Torta di Ricotta) Posted by FootsieBear at recipegoldminecom May 13, 2001 1/2 cup golden raisins1/4 cup Grand Marnier or cognac32 ozs ricotta cheese6 eggs, at room temp1 cup granulated sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon nutmeg1 teaspoon vanilla extractZest of 1 lemonZest of 1 orange1/2 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted […]
Tiramisu
Tiramisu This is a very old recipe from Venice, Italy It means “pick-me-up“ Mascarpone Zabaglione5 egg yolks6 tablespoons granulated sugar1/3 cup Marsala1/2 cup cream1 pound mascarpone cheese, softened to room temp Beat yolks and sugar in large bowl until pale and thick, about 1 minute Add Marsala and place bowl over a pan of simmering […]
Strufoli
Strufoli A favorite at Italian weddings 12 servings 3 cups SIFTED all-purpose flour 5 medium eggs, slightly beaten 1 egg yolk 1/4 cup solid shortening, softened 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind 1 quart oil for deep-fat frying 1 1/2 cups honey 1 tablespoon grated orange rind 2 tablespoons […]