• Dessert

    Pumpkin Tiramisu

    Tiramisu is one of my favorite Italian desserts.  Translated, it’s the “pick me up” dessert as it normally contains espresso mixed with liquor.  Its lightly sweetened with just enough richness to feel indulgent.  The touch of liquor, whether Amaretto, Kahlua, Frangelico or…

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    Amaretto Rice Pudding with Toasted Almonds

    Creamy, dreamy Amaretto Rice Pudding with Toasted Almonds.  The simplest comfort dessert raised to new heights of pleasure with Amaretto and vanilla infused Arborio rice and a crunchy topping of slivered toasted almonds.  I love this rice pudding for its…

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    Cannoli

    Cannoli makes me smile.  Creamy and crunchy; a very distinct flavor of ricotta blended with marscapone and infused with Gran Marnier or Amaretto.  Additions of chocolate, almonds or pistachios; their presentation is as delightful as their taste!  There are many…