True Taste of Italy

Apple Cake

Apple Cake (Torta di Mele) is a family favorite and is usually whipped up by mamma several nights a week when she comes to visit.  It is usually gobbled up immediately after dinner with only a few crumbs left behind.  We often like to enjoy it with a side of whipped cream either homemade or [...]

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Cinnamon Pear Tart

This Cinnamon Pear Tart (Torta di Pere alla Cannella) uses a key ingredient, cinnamon, that was treasured in ancient times.  It was used for medicinal purposes and flavoring for beverages and was considered to be more precious than gold.  In medieval Europe, cinnamon was a staple ingredient and the demand for it drove many explorers [...]

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