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"Limoncello, Sicily's signature liqueur, is easy to make at home. Perfect for those hot summer days... a cool explosion of the senses. This is the best Limoncello recipe I have come across, I think the secret that makes this one stand apart is the addition of the zest from one lime. Please use organic lemons and limes for this recipe. If they are..."

Ingredients: 100% proof vodka, granulated sugar...

"I can't believe I haven't posted this! It's a big hit in my family, I get requests for it every year around Christmas. The key to this is to get your syrup thick before adding the vodka--this is what makes it indistinguishable from Di Saronno, at a much reduced cost."

Ingredients: vanilla extract, vodka, water...

"These candies are made by all different nationalities, each claiming their "own" special touches, all over the world. I found these on Easy Entertaining by Michael Chiarello on the foodnetwork.com."

Ingredients: sliced almonds, egg whites...

"I translated this from a Romanian website,it states that it's an Italian condiment. Used for chicken,seafood and pasta. The recipe calls for dried lemon granules,but since I haven't seen them anywhere I'll put down dried lemon peel. If the granules are available,feel free to use them.No quantities stated in the original,so make it according..."

Ingredients: dried lemon peel, coarse black pepper...

"This is a basic syrup that can be used to make drinks, granitas, baked goods, etc. I like to pour a little in a glass and add club soda and ice! I found this in Southern Living magazine.."

Ingredients: sugar, water, basil sprigs...

"Marinara sauce is meant to have no herbs, no wine and be a fresh tasting non-long cooking time sauce. I use this nearly every time I need a red sauce and have even found it to go much better with my meatballs for spaghetti than a long cooked complicated Italian gravy. This is a bulk recipe for freezing as I love my red sauce! Give me a good marinara..."

Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, onions...

"Anisette is a clear, sweet liqueur made with anise seeds which give it a strong licorice flavor. This recipe is dedicated to my friend Mom2Rose, in honor of National Anisette Day on July 2. Cooking time includes 4 weeks of soaking and 1 week of settling."

Ingredients: coriander seeds, fennel seeds...

"From "The Frugal Gourmet Cooks Italian" (Wm. Morrow, 1993)
Wonderful on salads, pasta, grilled fish and more. Simple to make. If you do not have a mortar and pestle a food processor will do the job, too."

Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, lemons...

"Looks like it takes some effort to make but gosh does this sound good! This came from a blogger named Patty on the vox site. Sounds like she knows what she is talking about. Her recommendations: Use only the best lemons, ones whose skins give off a lemon sent and smell heavenly. A neighborhood lemon tree is ideal. If not, go organic. Also, make a large..."

Ingredients: lemons, sugar, vodka...

"Traditionally served in the hot summer months, this also makes an excellent sipper during the cooler months of fall and winter when you may want to reminisce with a taste of summer. This is so easy to make--just make sure to plan ahead because it does take some time. It also makes a fantastic hostess gift or stocking stuffer. If you can find Meyer..."

Ingredients: lemons, sugar, vodka...

"An Italian lemon liqueur which is wonderful as a summer drink if chilled."

Ingredients: lemons, sugar, vodka...

"Use any mixture of olives that you like but avoid already marinated or spiced olives. These should be made a week before eating and kept refrigerated."

Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, garlic...

"The amounts are approximate. Be prepared to add more of everything.
They is actually very little preparation to do - it's mostly waiting so don't be put off by the times. The hardest part of the preparation is sterilising the jars."

Ingredients: eggplants, extra virgin olive oil...

"Just like my Nana used to make."

Ingredients: light brown sugar, milk...