Linguini with Pancetta and White Clam Sauce

“A staple at the Stampone shore house, this recipe for linguini with clams makes an authentic Italian pasta dish that’s easy and perfect for summertime.  With fresh clams and a few simple ingredients, you have a delectable meal in less than 30 minutes.” Linguini with...

Tiramisu

Italians know how to have their dessert, coffee and nightcap all on one plate — TIRAMISU. This recipe is quite easy, but you must use the best ingredients. 1 cup heavy cream 1 pound (16 ounces) mascarpone cheese 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup super fine sugar 2 cups very...

Homemade Egg Nog

Best when mellowed for days before serving Serves 12 6 large eggs (pasteurized eggs be substituted for raw) 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups heavy cream, whipped 2 cups bourbon 1/2 cup dark rum grated nutmeg for garnish In a large bowl, beat eggs with electric...

Grandma’s Biscotti

When we were kids, Grandmom called these “anisette toast.” In the last ten years, with the coffee-house craze, “biscotti” are suddenly a huge success. The anise (licorice) flavor makes it a great dipper. 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups sugar 3...

Cannoli di Ricotta

Good cannolis are truly hard to find. If you can buy good fresh ricotta and good candied citrus zest, and if you stuff them only when you are ready to eat them, then you will enjoy a crisp and delicious cannoli. If you skip any of the details in this recipe, it will...