fig filling for cucudatti, grandma w

3 Pinches
Middletown, OH
Updated on Jun 10, 2018

This one requires a bit of explanation. Biscotti, filled with fig filling (the traditional cookie the family made at Christmas) are Cucudatti. The Biscotti, filled with almond paste since I don't like the fig, are Almond Rolls. Both of those are with the Biscotti, seeded dough, without the seeds.

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method Stove Top
yield

Ingredients

  • 1 pound figs
  • 1/4 pound raisins
  • 1/2 pound roasted filberts
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/2 - orange
  • 1/2 - lemon
  • dash nutmeg

How To Make fig filling for cucudatti, grandma w

  • Step 1
    Grind figs and raisins, cut up filberts and all other ingredients. Heat on low with enough water to make a good consistency. Simmer. Brandy can also be added.

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Culture: Italian
Category: Fruit Sauces
Ingredient: Fruit
Method: Stove Top

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