Black Cherry Chocolate Mousse – 2021 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®!
It’s the 2021 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®! For Judas and the Black Messiah, it’s Judas and the Black Mousse-iah! Oh how I love a Spring Garden Party! This theme is in honor of the late April Academy Awards but I love it regardless! Our last “set it and forget it” dish is the most […]
Raspberry Trifle – 2019 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®!
It’s the 2019 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®! For Bohemian Rhapsody, it’s Bohemian Raspberry! The first thing I am amused by is that both dessert dishes for this year’s menu focuses on Queens – the band and the 18th century woman in charge of England! And both are as royal as the other!!! Of course […]
Creamy, Dreamy Chocolate Pudding!
When I was young, my mom would often make chocolate pudding. She’d use a box mix – My T Fine. And it was… mighty fine! But as time has moved on and I have gotten into the habit of reading ingredient lists, I am not cool with using mixes. If I’m going to indulge, […]
Grandpa’s Layanette! Cinnamon Chocolate Raisin Pinwheels!
I am so happy to be able to share this recipe with you. Actually, I’m really happy to have it myself! You see, my grandfather, Anthony Giachello, made this every Christmas. He would make the dough and then call us in to sprinkle on the cinnamon, chocolate, raisins, and honey. He’d make several batches each […]
Two Snaps UP! Chocolate Snap Cookies!
When I was a kid, I LOVED a particular cute little chocolate cookie that came in a little 2 oz. box… Nabisco Chocolate Snaps. My father carried them in our deli so I had unfettered access to them. Never a full out chocoholic, this was my only chocolate obsession. The crunch, the flavor, the controlled […]
Coconut Macaroons with Salted Dark Chocolate Ganache – 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®
One of the desserts for the 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar® is here! The movie Moonlight is POWERFUL! I wanted this dish to honor it’s three stages – “Little”, “Chiron”, and “Black” that make up the whole. Taking this year’s theme of rich flavors with various tastes, this cookie hits it with a sweet, […]
Golden Globes: White Chocolate Truffles!
The holidays may be over… but REJOICE! IT’S AWARDS SEASON! There’s one school of thought that says it’s ridiculous to tout celebrities and professionals who are living their creative dreams and getting paid a pretty penny to do it. I do see that point but awards are the ultimate frivolity and indulgence that really do […]
Best Brownies & Blondies “BAR” None!
Helllooooooooo! It’s been incredibly busy since my last post in September but thankfully, although kept me from the kitchen, were necessary and been all good things! Not only have I created and introduced an updated KitchAnnette logo, but I’ve also updated my own look. For the past year, I’ve lived as a blondie after a […]
2016 Rio Olympics – Brigadeiros!
The summer Olympics are about to begin! Athletes around the world have worked hard and sacrificed to have the opportunity to compete on the world stage. It’s going to be very exciting. This year’s games are taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Rio’s known for being a sexy place with lots of wonderful people. […]
More Italian Cheesecake – 4 Ways
I got a little carried away on the cheesecake thing. After the part-skim vs whole milk ricotta experiment and the delectable chocolate sauce, I “needed” to continue and make a strawberry version and an orange-honey version. I am really excited about the results! And I’ve never heard anyone say, “oh no… hold the cheesecake”! Haha! […]
Italian Cheesecake with Chocolate Sauce!
My beautiful friend, Barbara Falcone DeBisschop, requested that I make Italian Cheesecake, which I was happy to do. I thought adding a chocolate sauce would be the perfect touch too. As I was shopping for ingredients, I was curious to see what the difference would be between using part skim and whole milk ricotta. If […]
Chocolate Cakelettes!
When it’s time for a chocolate indulgence, you want something gooooooood. I’ve got the perfect thing. They don’t take much time to make and use just a touch of flour so they’re denser and richer than the average chocolate cake! These adorable chocolate cakelettes will be your new favorite. Here’s how: INGREDIENTS: The Cake • 6 tbsp butter • […]
Oscar Menu 2014: for American Hustle…
It’s American Truffle! Who knew that creating all that goodness in such a bite-sized ball of dense chocolate is so easy to make! Here’s the full recipe and menu plaque from my new book, KitchAnnette™ Red Carpet Menus Until 3/3, the book is 10% off at KitchAnnette.com or Amazon.com. There’s no imitation here. These truffles are works of art! Annette […]
Dessert Oscar Menu 2013: S’Amours – Version À Deux
You will adore these S’Amours – Version À Deux, Annette’s take on the s’more for our homage to Amour. Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 tsp. cinnamon, 1/4 cup honey, 1 pinch salt, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp. baking soda, 1 tsp. vanilla extract, 1 egg, 2 1/4 […]
Dessert Oscar Menu 2013: S’Amours – Version D’Une
There’s nothing you won’t love about S’Amours – Version D’Une, Joe’s preferred recipe for our homage to Amour. Ingredients: 12 oz. dark chocolate chips, 2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows, 1 1/2 cups graham cracker chips (or chopped up graham crackers) Directions: Place chips in a bowl and melt in the microwave for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. […]