Cuccidati

Cuccidati

Christmas, Desserts

Cuccidati These are the greatest fig cookies ever.  My mother-in-law Frances taught me how to make them.  They take some time but they are great.  When Frances couldn’t make them anymore, I made sure she had her Christmas supply.  I brought her some when she was in...

Stuffed Artichokes

Appetizers & Snacks, Christmas

Stuffed Artichokes This is another Christmas Eve must.  Mymother-in-law often made these.  They are wonderful.  Artichokes can be pricey during the holidays, but well worth it if you’re only making 2 or 3. I make these ahead and freeze them, then cook later. They are...
Rice Balls

Rice Balls

Appetizers & Snacks, Christmas, Main Dishes

Rice Balls This is going to be easy.  This is a must for Christmas Eve.  My mother-in-law Frances made these every year for the family dinner and no one could eat just one.  You can make these ahead of time, as I do, freeze them, and just before frying coat with bread...
Butter Tarts

Butter Tarts

Desserts

Butter Tarts This is another recipe from my mother-in-law, Frances Rao.  She really was a good baker. Dough3 cups flour1 cup crisco1 tsp saltice waterFilling1 stick butter softened4 eggs1 cups brown sugar1 tsp salt½ cup coconut FillingMix allingredients with electric...
Yeast Waffles

Yeast Waffles

Breakfast

Yeast Waffles Jane Andrus, Chris’ mom gave me this recipe many years ago.  Make it on a Saturday night and bake them on Sunday morning.  They freeze well. 3 cups flour2 cups milk1 pkg yeast½ cup warm water⅓ cup melted butter or margarine2 beaten eggs1 tsp salt1 tsp...