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fig filling for cucudatti, grandma w

Recipe by
Megan Stewart
Middletown, OH

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.

method Stove Top

Ingredients For fig filling for cucudatti, grandma w

  • 1 lb
    figs
  • 1/4 lb
    raisins
  • 1/2 lb
    roasted filberts
  • 1/2 c
    sugar
  • 1/2 c
    honey
  • 1/2 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp
    cloves
  • 1/2
    orange
  • 1/2
    lemon
  • dash
    nutmeg

How To Make fig filling for cucudatti, grandma w

  • 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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