Torrone

Another classic Italian dessert, torrone is a nougat cookie sandwiched between sheets of rice paper. Different nuts and flavorings can be used - this one has pistachios and lemon zest.

Anise Ricotta Cookies

I used homemade ricotta (originally made for a batch of ricotta gnocchi) in these classic Italian anise cookies dipped in a lemon icing and topped off with colorful rainbow sprinkle dots.