Massa-Langlois shows readers how to make classic homemade Italian treats just like grandma. From espresso-rich tiramisu, cannoli overflowing with ricotta, or rich and creamy tartufo, "Grace's Sweet Life" presents the 75 most popular, reader-tested recipes from the author's popular Web site.
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By KarlB
Format:Paperback
This book is truly amazing!
I have waited a long time for a book like this because I now have the tools (with pictures) necessary to make some of the amazing deserts that I grew up having. I never wanted to attempt any of them before, fearing that they were far too complicated and once completed, would certainly ruin my childhood memories.
Well, that has all changed now! I am ready to head into the kitchen with confidence and a copy of ”Grace’s Sweet Life” under my arm, knowing that my deserts will rival those that I remember eating as a kid with a huge appetite!
I think I’m going to start simple; order the pizzelle maker and make some pizzelles like the ones my Nanny used to put in my lunch, followed perhaps by the Italian meringue.
Thanks so much Grace, for putting such an awesome book together and sharing your recipes with the world.
I have waited a long time for a book like this because I now have the tools (with pictures) necessary to make some of the amazing deserts that I grew up having. I never wanted to attempt any of them before, fearing that they were far too complicated and once completed, would certainly ruin my childhood memories.
Well, that has all changed now! I am ready to head into the kitchen with confidence and a copy of ”Grace’s Sweet Life” under my arm, knowing that my deserts will rival those that I remember eating as a kid with a huge appetite!
I think I’m going to start simple; order the pizzelle maker and make some pizzelles like the ones my Nanny used to put in my lunch, followed perhaps by the Italian meringue.
Thanks so much Grace, for putting such an awesome book together and sharing your recipes with the world.
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excellent book its to bake traditional recipes with products that are used daily if Grace wrote another book would love to know tks connie
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Not just "another cookbook."
Jun 17 2012
By Matt Antonino
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
I own close to 50 cookbooks so I know cookbooks. This is NOT just another cookbook. Grace's Sweet Life is a collection of desserts and even better: dessert ingredients, that will make your mouth water. It's more than a photo and a way to cook it. The thing that for me sets this book apart is that it builds on itself. Let's show you how to make a ganache - and then as we get through the book, more recipes call for that same ganache. It's a simple way to grow your skills while learning some absolutely magnificent desserts.
Grace's book is a staple in our petit dessert creation now.
Grace's book is a staple in our petit dessert creation now.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful recipes + great pictures = great cookbook!
Aug 20 2012
By JE
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
I once read a saying that describes me, it said "I exercise because I love dessert". Chocolate, cheesecake, lemon anything, cream filling, I love it all and this book has it all, cakes and cheesecakes, mini desserts, cookies, pies and tarts, pastries and fried desserts, creams, custards, mousses, soufflés, frozen, and fruit desserts and they are better than the ones you will try in most Italian restaurants. Some recipes are relatively easy and some have more than a few steps. Some do require things that I do not usually have in my kitchen, but with access to the internet they are relatively easy to find. Now I just need some ring molds and a pizzelle maker!
The pictures are beautiful (almost every recipe has a picture of the finished product), the instructions are easy to follow, and I love that all the recipes have an introduction which tells you what to expect. Sometimes I wish that there were pictures to go along with some of the instructions but this isn't a big deal.
The pastry cream is heavenly (and it is pretty easy to make), plus the variations are endless (think white chocolate, chocolate, cinnamon, espresso, coconut, etc). Italian meringue (think a light fluffy frosting), croissant dough, puff pastry, tiramisu (one of my favorites but I now wish Grace would make a raspberry tiramisu and include the recipe for ladyfingers), chocolate truffle tart with chocolate glaze, chocolate éclairs with pastry cream, and Nutella soufflé (I'm pretty sure Nutella is one of my favorite things to eat and this soufflé is delicious) . I will slowly work my way to the more complicated recipes as time allows.
I really enjoy this cookbook. I love to cook and these recipes satisfy my family's and my own sweet tooth. Thanks Grace!
I received a complimentary copy of this book to facilitate my review. However this did not affect my opinions. All opinions are my own and my immediate family's.
The pictures are beautiful (almost every recipe has a picture of the finished product), the instructions are easy to follow, and I love that all the recipes have an introduction which tells you what to expect. Sometimes I wish that there were pictures to go along with some of the instructions but this isn't a big deal.
The pastry cream is heavenly (and it is pretty easy to make), plus the variations are endless (think white chocolate, chocolate, cinnamon, espresso, coconut, etc). Italian meringue (think a light fluffy frosting), croissant dough, puff pastry, tiramisu (one of my favorites but I now wish Grace would make a raspberry tiramisu and include the recipe for ladyfingers), chocolate truffle tart with chocolate glaze, chocolate éclairs with pastry cream, and Nutella soufflé (I'm pretty sure Nutella is one of my favorite things to eat and this soufflé is delicious) . I will slowly work my way to the more complicated recipes as time allows.
I really enjoy this cookbook. I love to cook and these recipes satisfy my family's and my own sweet tooth. Thanks Grace!
I received a complimentary copy of this book to facilitate my review. However this did not affect my opinions. All opinions are my own and my immediate family's.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great cookbook.
Jun 29 2012
By Philip Van Wulven
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
This cookbook shows you how to make desserts better than those written by professional chefs. How so? Because of the love that shines through every page. Love of food, good food, and love of family. When Grace set out to write this, she also created a bonding experience with her son and daughter, which is what the best home cooking does, even if only at the table.
Everything is laid out in simple steps,and the recipes themselves rely more on high quality ingredients prepared with care, than on a huge array of ingredients. You can substitute vanilla essence for the actual vanilla pods, or another flour for the high quality Italian 'doppio zero'she recommends for some pastries, but, since otherwise the ingredients are pretty straightforwards, I suspect there will be a difference in the finished dessert.
Since my own cooking is generally confined to fry, barbeque, and boil,the only recipe I have tried so far is the vanilla poached pears-much more elegant in Italian-Pere al Vaniglia. Yummy. I shall be cautiously widening my cooking possibilities, now I've dabbled one toe in the water.
Everything is laid out in simple steps,and the recipes themselves rely more on high quality ingredients prepared with care, than on a huge array of ingredients. You can substitute vanilla essence for the actual vanilla pods, or another flour for the high quality Italian 'doppio zero'she recommends for some pastries, but, since otherwise the ingredients are pretty straightforwards, I suspect there will be a difference in the finished dessert.
Since my own cooking is generally confined to fry, barbeque, and boil,the only recipe I have tried so far is the vanilla poached pears-much more elegant in Italian-Pere al Vaniglia. Yummy. I shall be cautiously widening my cooking possibilities, now I've dabbled one toe in the water.
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