Biscotti

by Lou Seibert Pappas, Piet Halberstadt (Illustrations)

Biscotti, the delicate, flavorful Italian cookie that is sweeping the American cafe scene, is presented in all its understated glory in this collection of 30 delectable recipes, each illustrated with a charming watercolor. Perfect for dipping into a steaming cappuccino or as an accompaniment to ice cream or a glass of wine, biscotti are endlessly versatile. They can be covered with chocolate, embellished with spices or nuts or kept in their simple, sophisticated original form. Light and healthy, they adapt easily to both casual and formal occasions. Filled with tips on baking and serving biscotti, as well as with delicious historical anecdotes, this small-format cookbook is the perfect introduction to a classic Italian experience.

Genres: Cookbooks, Italy, Cooking, Nonfiction

72 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1992

About the author

Food has been Lou Pappas's lifelong passion. She is the author of many cookbooks, including nine titles in the Artful Kitchen series-- Biscotti, Cheese, Cheesecake, Chutneys and Relishes, Cinnamon, Ginger, Holiday Feasts, Pesto, and Pizzette. Her many food, wine, and travel articles have appeared in a variety of magazines and newspapers. A former newspaper food editor, Ms. Pappas lives in Palo Alto, California.

Reviews

[Lonnye Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve had this book for years and have flipped through it many times, but I’d never read the introduction or baking tips. Great history and information! One day I’ll have to try my hand at baking biscotti.

[Interactive Direct · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great illustrations, recipes are simplistic and just repetitive.

[Isabella · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have enjoyed making a few recipes from this book. Looking forward to making more and finding out the favorites.

[Rebecca]

I go to this book over and over for the Biscotti Prado recipe.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

These recipes are really, really good and flavor packed but in general, I found them difficult and frustrating to make. The Cioccolato Paradiso has been my absolute favorite so far. They make fabulous Christmas gifts for any coffee drinkers or to take to the office. These aren't like regular cookies - the dough is sticky and there's more steps involved than just "drop and bake" but the effort is well worth it if you like these hard cookies.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

My Aunt Peg gave me this book. I HIGHLY recommend it, even if you only use one recipe in it.
The Candied Orange Pecan Biscotti is a heavenly work of art. Even my husband, who never liked biscotti before, loves this one. I might suggest dipping one end in dark chocolate for a little over the top indulgence....hmmm.

[Naomi · Rating 4 out of 5]

These are great recipes packed with flavor. I've made the Biscotti Toscani (almond) and Double Chocolate Biscotti from this book for years and they are always appreciated. They make great teacher gifts and travel well for holiday get-togethers. The only drawback is the small type on the ingredient lists, which is getting harder to read as I get older!

[Catherine Woodman · Rating 3 out of 5]

While I love biscotti, I have not made a ton of these cookies, but the range of options for flavorings is very good, and there are side bar comments on how to make things that the recipe requires, like candied orange peel

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love this little mini baking biscotti book! It made how to make Biscotti
an easy and do-able process.
I've made nearly everything in it, they all turned out perfectly. My friend Jeff gets a double batch of these every year and looks forward to the time when I bake them.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great little specialty cookbook. The recipes are really good. It has a lot of tips for making excellent biscotti in your own kitchen. "Bravo Biscotti".

[Libby H.C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great recipes and delicious results! I still use this book on a regular basis.

[Stella]

Every single recipe has nuts, so if you have allergies like mine, look online for some good nut-free versions.