Dolce Memories Cookbook a Rediscovery of Italian Desserts

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Description: Dolce Memories Cookbook contains a luscious collection of traditional Italian desserts is based on the recipes brought to the U.S. in 1926 by the author's Italian immigrant family. Serving dolci is an important link to their heritage for Italian-American families working to preserve the rich traditions of the old country.  

The author interviewed members of her extended family and gathered the memories of several generations to provide a warm and personal background for Dolce Memories. Recipes are accompanied by colorful accounts of family gatherings and celebrations with the always present dolci, or sweets. 

Enjoy the sounds of the chapter headings -- Biscotti, Pasticcini Tradizionali Italian!, Confetti e Frutta Fresca, Pan Dolce, Torte, Crostate, Gelati e Granite, Dolci di Crema e Budino, and Dolci Fritti e Bigne. 

Then try such rich, tantalizing recipes as Apricot Marsala Biscotti, Nuns'Chatter Cookies, Sesame Brittle with Almonds, Lemon-Ricotta Filled Panettone, Chocolate-Espresso Cream Tarts, Lemon Ice, Date- Walnut Cassata, and Zabaglione. 

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Condition: Black marker strip outside edge of pages (seen when book is shut). Further good condition.