I have had the opportunity to travel to Italy on quite a few occasions, some for work, some for school, and others for pleasure. After every trip I have felt a part of myself shift - and with each shift I would make a promise to myself to keep a part of the Italian life in my day to day life. Some trips it was Spritz culture, some a dedication to Italian gardens and lengthy summertime lunches, and others it was the architecture of Italy's legendary cities.
This summer I have been reminiscing about those trips to Italy, and enjoying Amaro Affogatos drizzled in Amaro Lucano, the quintessential Italian Amaro. It's truly amazing how one bite can instantly transport me back to Italy, the feeling of being young and excitable, and the latent promise of Italian summers.
Drizzle Amaro Lucano and a shot of espresso over a few scoops of vanilla bean gelato (the best one I can find in the market), and serve with a slice of fresh orange, a waffle cookie, and a generous pinch of macadamia nut toffee. Serve alongside a glass of Amaro Lucano, which dates from 1894 and the recipe for which is still a closely guarded family secret. It is pure heaven.
Enjoy!
Amaro Lucano Affogato
1-1/2 oz Amaro Lucano
1 oz Espresso
2 Scoops Vanilla Bean Gelato
2 Tbs Macadamia Nut Toffee
Orange Slice to Garnish
Waffle Cookie to Garnish
Add gelato to a glass, and drizzle with amaro and espresso. Crumble the macadamia nut toffee on top, and garnish with an orange slice, and half a waffle cookie.
Macadamia Nut Toffee
1/4 Cup Chopped Macadamia Nuts
1/4 Cup White Sugar
Add the sugar and nuts to a nonstick pan on low heat. Let heat slowly as to not let the nuts burn, stirring occasionally. After about five minutes the sugar crystals will begin to liquify, stir carefully to coat the macadamia nuts evenly. When the sugar is completely melted, transfer the toffee to a sheet of tinfoil and let cool for about 10 minutes. Crumble before serving.
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