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Close up of homemade Abbracci cookies showing the texture of the cocoa and cream dough. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Ingredients for the cream dough
  • All-purpose flour: 250 g (approx. 2 cups)
  • Sugar: 100 g (approx. 1/2 cup)
  • Unsalted butter: 50 g (approx. 3.5 tbsp)
  • Margarine: 45 g (approx. 3 tbsp)
  • Heavy cream: 3 tbsp
  • Honey: 1 tbsp
  • Baking powder: 8 g (approx. 2 tsp)
  • Salt: 1 pinch
  • Ingredients for the cocoa dough
  • All-purpose flour: 250 g (approx. 2 cups)
  • Sugar: 120 g (approx. 2/3 cup)
  • Unsalted butter: 60 g (approx. 4 tbsp)
  • Margarine: 40 g (approx. 2.5 tbsp)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder: 30 g (approx. 1/3 cup)
  • Whole milk: 40 g (approx. 2.5 tbsp)
  • Egg: 1 large
  • Baking powder: 8 g (approx. 2 tsp)
  • Salt: 1 pinch

Homemade Abbracci Cookies: The Original Italian Two-Tone…

Recreate Italy's famous Abbracci cookies at home! This authentic recipe combines vanilla cream and chocolate doughs for a perfect, nostalgic breakfast…

  • 04/03/2026
(5 / 5)
Top view of a Picanha roast covered in coarse sea salt on a griddle. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Top sirloin cap (Picanha): 1 kg (approx. 2.2 lbs)
  • Coarse sea salt: as needed for crusting
  • Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
  • Black pepper: to taste, freshly ground

How to Cook Perfect Picanha at Home

Learn how to cook Picanha at home with this simple method. Discover how to get a delicious crust and juicy meat…

  • 03/03/2026
(5 / 5)
Close-up of ingredients inside a flour well for Neapolitan struffoli. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • All-purpose flour: 450 g (approx. 3 1/2 cups)
  • Large eggs: 6
  • Granulated sugar: 100 g (approx. 1/2 cup)
  • Unsalted butter: 100 g (approx. 7 tbsp), softened at room temperature
  • Lemon and Orange zest: grated (from 1 each)
  • Grappa or anise liqueur: 2 shot glasses (approx. 1/4 cup)
  • Candied fruit: 200 g (approx. 7 oz), finely diced
  • Liquid honey: as needed for glazing (approx. 1 cup)
  • Olive oil: for frying, as needed
  • Salt: 1 pinch
  • Nonpareil sprinkles: as needed for garnish

Neapolitan Struffoli: The Classic Soft and Golden…

Struffoli are more than just a Christmas dessert; they are the heart of the holidays. These small fried dough balls, glazed…

  • 03/03/2026
(5 / 5)
Top view of a whole chocolate cake freshly baked. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Dark chocolate: 200 g (7 oz), chopped
  • Unsalted butter: 100 g (7 tbsp)
  • Granulated sugar: 70 g (1/3 cup)
  • Large eggs: 3 (separated)
  • All-purpose flour: 70 g (1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp)

Soft and Moist Chocolate Cake

Satisfy your chocolate cravings with this easy, soft chocolate cake recipe. Made with dark chocolate and whipped egg whites, it is…

  • 02/03/2026
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Whole jam roll cake showing the soft sponge texture. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Eggs: 4 (medium-sized)
  • Granulated sugar: 140 g (approx. 3/4 cup)
  • All-purpose flour: 100 g (approx. 3/4 cup)
  • Wildflower honey: 10 g (approx. 1/2 tbsp)
  • Vanillin: 1 packet (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • Mixed berry jam: 200 g (approx. 7 oz)
  • Powdered sugar: to taste (for dusting)

Jam Roll Cake: The Fluffy and Quick…

This jam roll cake is a fluffy and versatile classic. Discover how to make a perfect sponge cake that doesn't crack,…

  • 02/03/2026
(5 / 5)
High angle shot of a whole Nutella sponge roll on a serving platter. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Large eggs: 4 (separated)
  • Granulated sugar: 140 g (approx. 3/4 cup, divided into two 70 g portions)
  • All-purpose flour or Type 1 flour: 100 g (approx. 3/4 cup)
  • Honey: 10 g (approx. 1/2 tbsp)
  • Vanilla powder or extract: 1 packet (approx. 1 tsp)
  • Nutella: as needed (for the filling)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder: as needed (for decoration)
  • Powdered sugar: as needed (optional, for dusting)

Nutella Roll (Sponge Cake Roll)

Learn how to make a soft and fluffy Nutella roll cake. This easy recipe features a homemade sponge cake filled with…

  • 02/03/2026
(5 / 5)
Creamy mascarpone mixture being folded. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • 3 large fresh eggs (at room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 250 g mascarpone cheese (approx. 1 cup or 9 oz)
  • 1 package ladyfingers (savoiardi)
  • 8 large waffle bowls or large waffle cones
  • 1 cup brewed espresso or strong Moka coffee (unsweetened)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting (as needed)

Tiramisu in a Waffle Bowl: A Gourmet…

Discover this elegant Tiramisu in a waffle bowl, a stunning non-alcoholic version of the classic Italian dessert featuring creamy mascarpone and…

  • 01/03/2026
(5 / 5)
Top view of authentic Pasta alla Norma served in a white bowl. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Penne rigate (or Maccheroni or Spaghetti): 250 g (approx. 9 oz)
  • Cherry tomatoes (Pachino or Datterini): 300 g (approx. 10.5 oz)
  • Eggplant: 1 medium
  • Garlic: 1 clove
  • Shallot: 1
  • Ricotta Salata: as needed (grated)
  • Extra virgin olive oil: as needed
  • Frying oil: as needed (vegetable or peanut oil)
  • Black pepper: to taste
  • Salt: to taste
  • Fresh basil: a few leaves

Authentic Pasta alla Norma: Traditional Sicilian Recipe…

Bring the flavors of Sicily to your table with this authentic Pasta alla Norma. A perfect blend of fried eggplant, rich…

  • 28/02/2026
(5 / 5)
Top-down view of a large 40cm Valencian paella pan filled with saffron rice, seafood, and meat. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Meat selection:
  • Rabbit: 600 g (21 oz), cut into pieces
  • Sausage: 150 g (5.3 oz), sliced
  • Chicken breast: 150 g (5.3 oz), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Fresh vegetables:
  • Yellow bell pepper: 1, sliced
  • Red bell pepper: 1, sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes: 10
  • Green beans: 20
  • Seafood selection:
  • Amberjack: 150 g (5.3 oz), cubed
  • Swordfish: 200 g (7 oz), cubed
  • Small squid tentacles: 250 g (8.8 oz)
  • Squid rings: 500 g (17.6 oz)
  • Mussels: 250 g (8.8 oz)
  • Clams: 250 g (8.8 oz)
  • King prawns: 10 large
  • Other essentials:
  • Carnaroli rice: 600 g (approx. 3 cups)
  • Saffron: 2 sachets (approx. 0.25 g)
  • Meat broth: 3 liters (approx. 12 cups)
  • Black pepper: to taste
  • Salt: to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil: as needed
  • Butter: 1 small knob
  • Dry white wine: as needed (approx. 1/2 cup)

Authentic Valencian Paella with Meat and Seafood

Discover how to make the ultimate Valencian Paella. A rich, festive Spanish rice dish loaded with rabbit, chicken, fresh seafood, and…

  • 28/02/2026
(5 / 5)
Authentic homemade Italian polenta made with cornmeal and buckwheat flour on a wooden board. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Stone-ground polenta taragna flour (corn and buckwheat blend): 1.2 kg (approx. 8.5 cups)
  • Water: 3 liters (approx. 12.5 cups)
  • Coarse salt: to taste

Authentic Homemade Italian Polenta Recipe

Learn how to make authentic Italian polenta at home using a rustic mix of cornmeal and buckwheat flour. Perfect for hearty…

  • 28/02/2026
(5 / 5)
Slices of authentic New York Cheesecake topped with fresh berries on a white plate. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Digestive biscuits: 250 g (approx. 2 cups, crushed)
  • Melted butter: 120 g (1/2 cup or 1 stick)
  • Honey: 2 tbsp
  • Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
  • Robiola cheese: 300 g (10.5 oz, or full-fat cream cheese)
  • Whole milk ricotta: 300 g (10.5 oz, well-drained and sieved)
  • Full-fat plain yogurt: 125 g (approx. 1/2 cup)
  • Granulated sugar: 150 g (3/4 cup)
  • Large eggs: 2
  • Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
  • Lemon zest: from 1 organic lemon
  • All-purpose flour: 2 tbsp

Authentic New York Cheesecake

Master the art of the classic New York Cheesecake. This foolproof recipe features a buttery graham cracker crust and a rich,…

  • 26/02/2026
(5 / 5)
A decadent chocolate flan on a plate with a warm molten center oozing out. View Ingredients
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Ingredients
  • Chocolate batter ingredients:
  • Dark chocolate: 150 g (5.3 oz)
  • All-purpose flour: 20 g (2.5 tbsp)
  • Eggs: 2 large, whole
  • Egg yolk: 1 large
  • Powdered sugar: 90 g (approx. 3/4 cup)
  • Unsalted butter: 80 g (approx. 3/4 stick)
  • Butter: as needed (to grease the ramekins)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder: 10 g (1.5 tbsp)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1 level tbsp (to dust the ramekins)
  • Vanilla extract or vanillin: 1 pouch/tsp
  • Salt: 1 pinch
  • Optional toppings:
  • Mixed berries: as needed
  • Vanilla gelato: 1 scoop per serving
  • Whipped cream: as needed

Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with a Gooey…

Indulge in this irresistible chocolate molten lava cake! An elegant dessert with a warm, gooey center that is surprisingly easy to…

  • 23/02/2026
(5 / 5)
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