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	BASIC YEAST DOUGH FOR STEAMED BUNS by Linda Tay Esposito This is a recipe for the dough of the fluffy white skins of the char siu bao and the shanghai cabbage buns. It's truly versatile -- you can use the same dough and fill it with sweetened mashed red beans or lotus seeds for a dessert treat. Or just steam it by itself to turn it into "man tou" essentially steamed white bread that is…	9 votes 3 reviews 4 comments 51611 views
	Italian Holiday Struffoli by Bobby Lovera These little balls of fried dough dipped in hot honey syrup are a holiday tradition for many Italian families.	3 votes 3 reviews 7507 views
	Delightful Pudding Cake by J. Gino Genovesi It is amazing how the ingredients in this recipe become heavenly pudding and moist cake	3 votes 2 reviews 2 comments 16274 views
	East Meets West Frittata by Gene Sakahara and Sam Bozzo We love to combine Italian and asian vegetables. This Frittata is great for brunch or breakfast. Add brown, baby portabella or shitake mushrooms or thinly sliced potatoes for a different texture. Please note that this dish serves 10-12 as an appetizer and 4 as a main dish.	4 votes 1 review 9611 views
	Cran-Orange Muffins by J. Gino Genovesi Cran-Orange muffins are light , tasty and refreshing when entertaining guests out on the patio or pool side. In the winter, they go well with coffee or such and will bring a smile to those who are enjoying them. The muffins are easy and quick to make. No fuss no muss I say. The combination of cranberries and orange leaves a…	1 vote 2 comments 11068 views
	Bobby Lovera's Sicilian Fried Pie Calzoncelli by Bobby Lovera These miniature fried pies are easy, delicious, and inexpensive. Sicilian filling. Very addictive.	1 vote 1 review 5 comments 5093 views
	Uncle Gary's Apple Pie by J. Gino Genovesi This pie is "mountain High" when baked by Gary Supeck. This simple recipe is a must for anyone who wants a great tasting quality apple pie. Gary was a Marine and retired railroad worker, and is a talented baker. Try this recipe for a great surprise. I have made a few adjustments but the recipe is pretty much the same.	2 votes 2 reviews 2 comments 8725 views
	Quick/Easy Chocolate Buttesecotch Peanut Clusters by J. Gino Genovesi Candy making has been around for many centuries. Many countries have their individual candies. I have tried many clusters, or some call them turtles, and I like this simple one of mine. It's quick and simple and great tasting. Try it.	2 votes 1 review 6526 views
	Lemon-Cranberry Biscotti by J. Gino Genovesi The biscotti had its origin in Roman times They are a dry, crunchy cookie that contains no fat and quite nourishing. .A food with sustenance and carried by the Roman Legions into battle; perhaps this action help fuel the expansion of the Roman Empire since they were so light and easy to carry into battle. The biscotti became…	1 vote 5212 views
	PHYLLO cup baskets by Foodessa Flaky and delicate baskets of Phyllo pastry are adaptable to a variety of goodies. Give them a try...they are really simple to make. For a dedicated post...refer here: http://www.foodessa.com/2013/08/no-egg-chocolate-banana-rum-ice-cream.html	1 vote 2874 views
	Easter Peep Cupcakes by Claudia lamascolo HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE... a great way to decorate that dessert table!	1 vote 1 comment 2581 views
	Easter Italian Roundup 2010 and 2011 by Claudia lamascolo A traditional family meal, assorted appetizers, soup, main course, sides and loads of desserts... Italian traditions but something for everyone!	2 votes 1 comment 3988 views