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 I need these scrumptious and insanely addictive Italian panelle in my life Don't you?!   If you're looking for the perfect appetizer to start off your dinner. Or  an irresistible finger food for your next party. Or a mouthwatering snack to comfort you when life happens.  Look no further! These Italian chickpea panelle are just what you need. They are s crumptious and insanely addictive. S lightly crispy on the outside, delicate and soft on the inside.  The recipe is easy, quick, and requires only require very few ingredients. Don't you need these in your life too?!? If you've never had one of these before, panelle are a traditional Sicilian snack or appetizer. They are made from chickpea flour, cooked into a polenta, flavored with freshly ground pepper and lots of chopped Italian parsley, cut into wedges when cold, and fried until golden and puffy. If you were in Palermo right now walking around town, you'd be enticed by the aroma   comin...

Let's get crafty and create an edible fruit bouquet to decorate your holiday table Delicious, fresh and so fun to make Calling all creative peeps out there. Here is something for you! Something you can handcraft for your next party...maybe this coming holiday weekend?!? I know what you might be thinking - why all this work on a fruit platter?!? But I say - WHY NOT?!? It's simply perfect: it's healthy (just fruit). And fresh (it's summer, and it's still sweating hot!). And cheap (it would cost you a fortune to buy one of these). And most of all, it's absolutely stunning.  Just LOOK at this! No words needed. And yes, I have to admit, it is does take quite a bit of work, especially the first time you try it out, maybe a couple of hours or more, depending on your craft skills :) But you know me (if not, here is something you should know).  I always like to tackle any project, rise to the challenge, and step up to the plate (or vase! in this specific c...