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Part of my heritage is from Italian decent, and my baking always represents a link to my culture. My Italian grandmother, Mary, baked biscotti, wine cookies (ciambelle al vino) and pizzelles. I don't recall her making these fig cookies and I didn't start making them until after she passed away. I think she would have been very pleased to know I ... Read More about Italian Cuccidati (Fig Cookies)

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The anise extract flavoring in this bread brings back fond memories of my amazing Italian grandmother's baking, which was often flavored with anise. Nothing tastes better on Easter morning than a slice of sweet Easter bread with a cup of coffee. If you're not a fan of anise, or you're looking for another version of this bread, try this one. It ... Read More about Italian Easter Bread

This "quick bread" recipe has become one of my favorite go-to's for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This recipe is part of my holiday dessert table every year. "Quick breads" are pretty self-explanatory--they are called quick because they are relatively quick to make. Quick bread loaves use baking powder or baking soda for leavening agents instead of ... Read More about Cranberry Orange Quick Bread

What would the holidays be without Christmas Fudge?! I have been making this recipe for many years and it is usually the first sweet treat to disappear from the cookie tray! In fact, I always have to double the portions for this recipe (and also use a larger pan) since it is so popular. Chocolate and peanut butter---it doesn't' get any ... Read More about Chocolate Peanut Butter Ribbon Fudge