‘Sparkling’ Blackberry Jam
Blackberry, Prosecco and Elderflower Jam Childhood musings Is it just me, or are blackberries synonymous with childhood summers. While whipping up a batch of blackberry jam, my mind flashed on summer days spent l a n g u i d l y picking blackberries…fingers stained…stomach full, bowl, half empty. Did you? My mom would make...
Dolci ~ Chocolate Hazelnut & Currant Panini
Dolci ~ If you are looking for a simple yet sinful dessert, this is it. Pick up some good, dark chocolate with hazelnuts and currants. Whisk together a little honey and orange zest, laced mascarpone. Add to that, toasted and chopped hazelnuts And see, if you can score some dainty, bittersweet fresh currants at your...
Smore Bar ~
Sinful Smores At our 4Th of July celebration, the smores nearly rivaled the fireworks! AND the grownups seem to enjoy the gooey goodness every bit as much as the kids! With a few touches, you can turn smores, quintessential campfire fare, into a high-class adult dessert! Presenting… The smore bar! A glorified tray on a...
Homemade Ice Cream ~
‘You scream, I scream , we all scream for…’ There is something comforting, about an ice cream maker humming away on the counter… So ‘old school’ you know? And modern day ice cream churners, make the process of old time, homespun, ice cream goodness, so easy! Mix up a little heavy cream & milk, s-u-g-a-r...
Blueberry Morning Goodness ~
I’m obsessed. Can’t start my morning without it. My obsession of the moment… Tangy Greek yogurt, Plump fresh blueberries, A drizzle of honey, A sprinkle of lemon zest, Simply delicious! It’s addicting! Ciao, Monica
Truffle Tray ~ Chocolate and Cherries
Inspired by Jamie Oliver…..(love him!) Luscious Dark Chocolate infused with Sour Cherries & Vin Santo…. Dusted with fabulous coatings…. ….Invite your guests to indulge & make their own….delicious Truffle Treats! It’s nearly New Year’s…this simple chocolate sweet course ~ is sure to delight! Pick up… 10 and a half ounces of good dark chocolate… and 14 ounces of heavy cream… Heat...
Caramel Apple Bites ~
A Sweet, Savory & Salty Fall Favorite! From this…harvested from our espaliers… To this… Gooey caramel…roasted, cashews with Fleur de Sel and a hint of fresh sage…sweet & savory! To this… Dessert dangling out on a limb…
Cantaloupe ‘n Mint Ice ~ Is Nice!
Love the French notion….of a Palate Cleanser…A Refreshing break between courses! And these little Mint Cantaloupe Ice scoops…are wonderful. Served them to our Dear friends…last evening…’a Keeper.’ Love the presentation…and you can plate them ahead…and let them chill in the ice box. It all started when I found these ceramic spoons for ‘a song’ at...
Raspberry~Basil Ice Pops!
Basil infused simple syrup, chunks of fresh raspberries….heavenly! For the Recipe and How to click here to return to the La Famiglia Design Website! Cuisinart Smart Sticks and Star ice pop mold Sur la Table! Just type ‘molds’ into the Sur la Table search! I’ve linked this post with The Shabby Nest Frugal Friday!
Inspired by a love of beautiful, yet simple design, food and entertaining. Monica’s distinct approach led this former television news gal to create La Famiglia Design. 
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