Hazelnuts

I adore any dessert made with egg whites. Whether it be French macarons, amaretti, pine nut cookies, Angel Food Cake, or simple meringues, I cannot resist any of them. Brutti ma Buoni (Ugly But Good Cookies) are also included in that list of cherished desserts made with egg whites. They are utterly addictive. If you love meringue-type cookies and nuts (typically hazelnuts or almonds) then read on! After many recipe tests, I finally managed to replicate my favorite version of these iconic Italian treats. These cookies are golden, crisp & crunchy on the outside, and soft & chewy on the …

I’m excited to share this carrot loaf cake recipe with you today. Why? It is absolutely delicious, simple, easy, and incredibly light. You can serve it either at breakfast or as an afternoon treat. If you like sweets that aren’t too sweet, then this cake will be perfect for you. (Think of an Italian ciambella or a yogurt cake.) It’s something nice to have with coffee or as a snack. Unexpected guests? No problem. Have slices of this ready in your freezer and you’ll be ready for anything. (I’m eating a semi-frozen piece of it right now. It’s really good. …