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AMARETTO



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This is really right on for Amaretto!! It's hard to tell it from the real thing!

Provided by Marjory

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Liqueur Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 cups vodka
2 tablespoons almond extract
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine water and sugars in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat until the mixture is boiling, and all of the sugar is dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
  • Stir vodka, almond extract and vanilla extract into the mixture. Store in a sealed bottle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3.7 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

AMARETTO CAKE WITH BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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I came up with this amaretto cake recipe because I was craving something that tasted like wedding cake. The texture is similar to pound cake, which is exactly what I wanted. Everyone who tastes it LOVES it. -Megan Dudash, Youngsville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup amaretto
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
BUTTERCREAM:
1-1/3 cups butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
7-1/2 to 8 cups confectioners' sugar
2/3 cup amaretto
Optional decorations: Toasted sliced almonds, milk chocolate M&M's and melted chocolate

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottoms of 3 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a bowl, whisk flour and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk sour cream, milk and amaretto until blended. In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Add flour mixture alternately with sour cream mixture, beating well after each addition., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a large bowl, beat butter, vanilla and salt until creamy. Beat in enough confectioners' sugar, alternately with amaretto, to reach desired consistency. Reserve 2/3 cup frosting for piping., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides with remaining frosting., Pipe reserved frosting around bottom edge of cake. If desired, decorate cake with flowers, using almonds for petals and M&M's for the centers. Pipe designs on frosting with melted chocolate as desired.

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PANETTONE BREAD PUDDING WITH AMARETTO SAUCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 (1-pound) loaf panettone bread, crusts trimmed, bread cut into 1-inch cubes
8 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/4 cups sugar

Steps:

  • To make the sauce: Bring the cream, milk, and sugar to a boil in a heavy small saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently. In a small bowl, mix the amaretto and cornstarch to blend and then whisk into the cream mixture. Simmer over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes. Set aside and keep warm. (The amaretto sauce can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before serving.)
  • To make the bread pudding: Lightly butter a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish. Arrange the bread cubes in the prepared dish. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, milk, and sugar to blend. Pour the custard over the bread cubes, and press the bread cubes gently to submerge. Let stand for 30 minutes, occasionally pressing the bread cubes into the custard mixture. (Recipe can be prepared up to this point 2 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bake until the pudding puffs and is set in the center, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly. Spoon the bread pudding into bowls, drizzle with the warm amaretto sauce, and serve.

AMARETTO SAUCE



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This sauce is so YUMMY!! It was originally a topping for bread pudding(check out my recipe for that too!) but this is too delicious to hide in another recipe. I use it to top so many thing but my favorite is for ice cream! I also usually double the recipe.

Provided by Luckeydevil

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup Amaretto

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a sauce pan.
  • Whisk in powdered sugar, then amaretto!
  • Enjoy!

AMARETTO CHEESECAKE



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Sometimes the best-loved recipes are the most basic. Just ask my family who raves over this classic amaretto cheesecake. It's rich, creamy and versatile to boot! -Barbara Caine, Sussex, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons Amaretto
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the Amaretto, extracts and salt. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Place pan on a baking sheet., Bake at 325° until center is almost set, 55-60 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Combine the sour cream, sugar and almond extract; spread over top of cheesecake. Bake 5 minutes longer., Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 632 calories, Fat 43g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 423mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

PEACH JAM WITH AMARETTO LIQUEUR



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Opinions differ how this jam tastes best. Some members of our family like it as a spread on toast, others add it to a bowl of natural yogurt. Both are very tasty.

Provided by gutefee

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 90

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ½ cups finely chopped, peeled peaches
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups sugar
1 (1.75 ounce) package fruit pectin (such as Sure-Jell® Pectin Light for less or no sugar)
⅓ cup amaretto liqueur, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Inspect 5 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  • Mix peaches with lemon juice in a large pot immediately after chopping to prevent peaches from turning brown. Place pot over medium heat.
  • Mix 1/4 cup of the sugar with pectin and add it to the pot with the peaches. Stir well. Slowly bring to a full rolling boil that does not stop bubbling when stirred. Add the remaining sugar and stir well, scraping the bottom of the pot, to fully dissolve the sugar. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in amaretto liqueur.
  • Ladle peach jam immediately into the prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any spills. Top with lids and tightly screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart. Let rest for 24 hours without moving the jars. Gently press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

AMARETTO CHEESECAKE I



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This recipe uses amaretto liqueur. It's a creamy cheesecake with a light almond flavor.

Provided by Elaine Thompson

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Amaretto

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons butter
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 ¼ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
5 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
½ teaspoon salt
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together the graham cracker crumbs and the 3 tablespoons white sugar. Add the melted butter and mix well. Press into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and cornstarch, and mix until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, amaretto liqueur, and salt. Mix until well blended. On low speed of an electric mixer, add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour batter over crust.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes. Remove from oven. Loosen around the edges with a knife and cool on a wire rack while still in pan. Refrigerate, remove from pan when completely chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 127.4 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 314.3 mg, Sugar 29.3 g

AMARETTO SAUCE FOR CARROTS



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This sauce really makes carrots special! Just pour over cooked carrots for a simple and elegant side dish.

Provided by BOJIBLUE

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

½ pound butter
2 cups brown sugar
1 cup amaretto liqueur

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; stir brown sugar and amaretto into melted butter. Cook and stir butter mixture until sugar dissolves completely and mixture comes to a boil, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.2 g, Cholesterol 81.3 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 234.4 mg, Sugar 65 g

SAVOURY AMARETTO CREAM SAUCE



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A lovely sauce for pasta and chicken (or whatever you may like). Not for dieters, but worth every calorie! I love amaretto and looked high and low for a sauce recipe. I couldn't find any on Zaar that fit the bill so this one was created based on the few that I found from other online sources. It does not have an overwhelmingly amaretto flavour, but you will detect a hint of sweetness. Smells divine! Note: Cook time is approximate and your yield may vary, depending on how much you let it reduce after each addition.

Provided by StylinDog

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups (approx), 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons onions, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 ounces Amaretto (di Saronno, etc)
2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
2 tablespoons chives (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large frying pan over medium heat, sauté garlic and onion in oil until tender.
  • Add Amaretto, simmer till reduced by half.
  • Add chicken stock, simmer till reduced by half.
  • Add whipping cream, simmer till reduced by half or till desired thickness is reached.
  • Serve over chicken cutlets, pasta, etc, or put into a small pitcher on the table for guests to self-serve. Garnish each serving with fresh chives if desired.

AMARETTO CHICKEN



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Rich and tasty. I had this in a restaurant years ago, experimented with it at home until I finally got it right.

Provided by Rebecca Swift

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter, divided
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 green onions, diced
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
½ teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
½ cup amaretto liqueur
¼ cup capers

Steps:

  • Melt 1/4 cup of the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown chicken in butter quickly, and remove to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Add remaining 1/4 cup butter to skillet and brown the green onion and mushrooms with the garlic and tarragon. Pour this saute mixture over chicken breasts.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat the cream, cheese and amaretto in the skillet, whisking rapidly. Stir in capers, then pour sauce over chicken, green onions and mushrooms.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 804 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 239.4 mg, Fat 57.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 36.8 g, SaturatedFat 34.3 g, Sodium 598.7 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

AMARETTO COFFEE CREAMER



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Flavored coffee creamers you buy at the grocery store make your coffee taste great but are quite expensive. It is so quick and easy to make your own at home. This amaretto coffee creamer will keep for 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Provided by Summer Davis

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Coffee Drinks Recipes     Creamer

Time 5m

Yield 52

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 ½ cups nonfat milk
1 teaspoon almond extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Mix sweetened condensed milk, nonfat milk, almond extract, and cinnamon together in a glass Mason jar. Shake before pouring, as the condensed milk will settle to the bottom.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 2.7 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 12.5 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

AMARETTO ICE CREAM



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Delicious, creamy amaretto ice ream that uses no eggs. Very quick and easy! It can be used in floats or milkshakes!

Provided by ly1310

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes     100+ Ice Cream Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup half-and-half
¾ cup white sugar
5 tablespoons amaretto liqueur (such as Disaronno®)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix heavy cream, half-and-half, and sugar in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved. Add amaretto liqueur and vanilla extract.
  • Pour milk mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions until ice cream reaches 'soft-serve' consistency. Transfer ice cream to a lidded container. Freeze for about 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 17 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 23.8 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

AMARETTO PUNCH SLUSH



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My signature drink. Oh, it's a make-ahead, freezer-ready recipe. To make it more manageable, divide between quart size, heavy-duty, zip-top plastic bags. Freeze time not included.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 20m

Yield 6 quarts, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sugar
1 quart boiling water
1 (46 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple juice
1 (12 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed and undiluted
1 (6 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed and undiluted
2 quarts water
2 cups Amaretto
2 tablespoons vanilla
1 tablespoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Dissolve sugar in boiling water; cool to the touch.
  • Stir in remaining 7 ingredients; freeze.
  • Let stand at room temperature until slushy.

APRICOT AMARETTO JAM



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This thick, chunky apricot jam was my grandma's recipe; it's lovely to make something for my family and friends that she made for hers! -Linda Wegner, Robinson, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4-1/4 cups crushed peeled apricots, (about 2-1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup lemon juice
6-1/4 cups sugar, divided
1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin
1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter, optional
1/3 cup amaretto

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine apricots and lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar and pectin; stir into apricot mixture. If desired, add butter. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in remaining sugar. Return to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute., Remove from heat; stir in amaretto. Cool jam in Dutch oven for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Ladle hot mixture into eight hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

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AMARETTO MARGARITA



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With this amaretto margarita, add a touch of Italian flair to the classic lime drink. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lime wedge
Coarse sea salt, optional
1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila
1 ounce Triple Sec
1/2 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce amaretto
Maraschino cherries, optional

Steps:

  • Moisten rim of 1 cocktail glass with lime wedge. If desired, sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rim in salt. Fill glass with ice. In an empty cocktail shaker, combine tequila, Triple Sec, lime juice and amaretto. Fill with ice; cover and shake until frost forms on the outside of the shaker, 15-20 seconds. Strain into prepared glass. Garnish with lime wedge and, if desired, cherries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

LAYERED ALMOND CREAM CHEESE BREAD PUDDING WITH AMARETTO CREAM SAUCE



Layered Almond Cream Cheese Bread Pudding with Amaretto Cream Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Vegetable cooking spray
1 (16-ounce) loaf honey white bread, sliced and divided
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
9 large eggs, divided
1/4 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
11/4 cups almond filling, plus 2 tablespoons almond filling
1 cup butter, melted and divided
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
Dash salt
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup slivered almonds
Amaretto Cream Sauce, recipe follows
1/2 cup amaretto liqueur
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Coat a 13 by 9 by 3-inch pan with cooking spray. Arrange 4 1/2 bread slices in bottom of prepared pan, cutting slices, as necessary, to fit pan.
  • Beat cream cheese, 1 egg, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla with an electric mixer until smooth. Spread half of cream cheese mixture over bread.
  • Whisk together 1 1/4 cups almond filling and 1/2 cup melted butter. Spread half of almond mixture over cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers once, using 4 1/2 bread slices, remaining cream cheese mixture, and remaining almond mixture.
  • Cut remaining bread slices into 1-inch cubes, sprinkle evenly over almond mixture.
  • Whisk together remaining 8 eggs, remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla, half-and-half, and salt; pour over bread cubes. Cover and chill 30 minutes or until most of egg mixture is absorbed.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Whisk together remaining 1/2 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons almond filling, 2 tablespoons sugar, and egg yolk until blended. Drizzle evenly over bread pudding; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake for 1 hour or until set. Serve warm or chilled with Amaretto Cream Sauce.
  • Combine amaretto and cornstarch, stirring until smooth.
  • Cook cream in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, just until bubbles appear; gradually stir in amaretto mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat, and boil, stirring constantly, 30 seconds. Remove from heat; stir in sugar, and let cool completely.

EASY AMARETTO FRUIT DIP



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Make and share this Easy Amaretto Fruit Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dee in WI

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 5-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup Amaretto
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 jello vanilla pudding mix (instant kind - French Vanilla works, also, 4-serving package)
fresh fruit

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, pour in pudding mix- add milk and stir (just to dissolve the mix).
  • Fold in Cool Whip until blended.
  • Add the Amaretto and stir all together.
  • Keep cool until serving- use any fresh fruit for dipping- Strawberries, grapes, and apples work great!

AMARETTO SOUR COCKTAIL



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The easy to make drink is hard to put down. A little sweet and a little tart, the amaretto sour is a simply delicious cocktail.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ fluid ounces amaretto
¾ fluid ounce lemon juice
1 cup ice
1 orange slice

Steps:

  • Combine amaretto and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake until chilled. Strain into chilled sour glass.
  • Garnish with a slice of orange.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 3.3 mg, Sugar 21 g

PEARS BAKED IN AMARETTO CREAM



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Butter, sugar, amaretto, and a bit of cream are all you need to turn pears into a warm and comforting dessert.

Provided by Sherry Lynn

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter, softened and divided
2 tablespoons white sugar, divided
2 Bosc pears, halved and cored
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon amaretto liqueur

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Grease a 9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar into buttered dish.
  • Rub remaining butter onto cut sides of pear halves. Arrange pears into the prepared baking dish with the cut sides down. Sprinkle remaining sugar over the pears.
  • Stir cream and amaretto together in a bowl.
  • Bake pears in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Pour cream mixture over the pears and continue baking until the pears are tender, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 53.5 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

NEW ORLEANS BREAD PUDDING WITH AMARETTO SAUCE



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While on a trip to New Orleans I attended a cooking class for some local flavor! I don't even like bread pudding but tasted this anyways.OH MY!! This was the best thing in the world! Most recipe's call for a whiskey sauce but the Amaretto sauce in this one is plate licking out of this world!! I will be posting it by itself too! I recommend doubling the sauce recipe because I like extra of it,and find that others do too!

Provided by Luckeydevil

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 loaf French bread, stale cut into 1 inch cubes (I store the loaf in a cold oven over night to make it stale)
1 quart milk
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons Amaretto (optional)
1 cup raisins
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
6 eggs
2 tablespoons cinnamon
1 cup powdered sugar (for sauce)
1/2 cup butter (for sauce)
1/4 cup Amaretto (for sauce)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 375 and grease a 9x13 pan(I use a disposable for easy clean up).
  • Place bread cubes in a large bowl. In another bowl, mix together well, milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, amaretto, cinnamon. Pour over bread and let soak for 10-20 minutes.
  • Pour into buttered 9x13 dish and bake for 45 to 1 hour till center is done and browned on top(for moister pudding add another pan of water on the rack below).
  • Cool 10 minutes before serving with sauce.
  • For sauce: I always double this!
  • Melt butter in a sauce pan. Wisk in powdered sugar, then amaretto.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.3, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 206.2, Sodium 542, Carbohydrate 78.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 38.6, Protein 14.4

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Amaretto is an Italian liqueur with a distinct almond-like flavor. It is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed on its own or used in a variety of recipes. Amaretto recipes are becoming increasingly popular, especially in the dessert and cocktail industries. In this article, we will delve into the world of amaretto and explore its uses and benefits.

History and Origin

Amaretto has a long history dating back to the 16th century. Legend has it that a widowed Italian innkeeper created the liqueur as a gift for a young woman. The recipe involved steeping apricot kernels or almonds in brandy and adding sugar, which led to the creation of a sweet, nutty liqueur. The drink became more popular in the 1800s when it was produced on a larger scale and marketed commercially. Today, amaretto is produced in Italy and has become a household name in cocktails and desserts around the world.

Uses in Desserts

Amaretto is a popular ingredient in desserts, adding a sweet and nutty flavor to baked sweets. It can also be used as a flavoring for ice cream, cakes, macarons, and more. For instance, a classic dessert recipe using amaretto is tiramisu, a popular Italian dessert. It is made by layering ladyfingers soaked in strong espresso and amaretto with a mascarpone cream, then topped with cocoa powder. Another famous recipe is amaretto cheesecake, a simple dessert that incorporates amaretto into the cheesecake filling or the crust.

Uses in Cocktails

Amaretto is a popular ingredient in a wide range of cocktails, both classic and new. Its sweet and nutty flavor complements a vast range of spirits, including bourbon, rum, tequila, and vodka. One of the classic amaretto cocktails is the Amaretto Sour, which incorporates amaretto, lemon juice, and sugar. Other famous amaretto cocktails include Godfather, a mix of amaretto and Scotch whiskey, and Bocce Ball, an amaretto and grapefruit juice cocktail.

Health Benefits

Aside from its exquisite taste, amaretto also provides certain health benefits due to its nutritional value. The primary ingredient in amaretto is almonds or apricot kernels, both containing high levels of vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. Almonds assist in reducing the risk of heart disease, improving skin health, and supporting brain function. Moreover, amaretto contains antioxidants, which help to fight against harmful free radicals and prevent various chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes.

Conclusion

In conclusion, amaretto is an Italian liqueur that is widely used in cocktails and desserts. Its flavorful taste and versatility make it a popular ingredient in various recipes. Amaretto desserts, such as tiramisu and amaretto cheesecake, are loved by people worldwide. At the same time, amaretto cocktails, including Amaretto Sour and Godfather, have become classic cocktails in bars worldwide. Besides its excellent taste, amaretto provides some health benefits due to its high nutrient content. Overall, amaretto is a beautiful liqueur that not only enhances the taste of numerous recipes but improves health too.

Valuable Tips When Making Amaretto Recipes

Amaretto is a deliciously sweet, almond-flavored liqueur that is versatile in many recipes. Its unique flavor and aroma can add depth and sophistication to a variety of dishes, from desserts to cocktails. If you are planning to make amaretto recipes, here are some valuable tips that can help you make the most of this delightful liqueur.
Choose High-Quality Amaretto
The quality of the amaretto you use can significantly affect the final taste of your dish. When choosing amaretto, avoid the artificially flavored ones as they tend to have a fake or chemical-like taste. Instead, go for high-quality, natural and authentic amaretto. Some of the best-known brands include Disaronno, Lazzaroni, and Luxardo.
Store Your Amaretto Properly
If you want your amaretto to retain its flavor and aroma, make sure that you store it properly. Store your amaretto in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, and heat. Additionally, make sure that you tightly seal the bottle after use.
Use Amaretto in Moderate Quantities
While amaretto is delicious, using too much of it can overpower and overwhelm your dish. As a general rule, start with small quantities of amaretto and gradually increase according to your preference. Also, keep in mind that amaretto is alcoholic, so take care not to use too much.
Combine Amaretto with Other Flavors
While amaretto is flavorful on its own, it can be even more delicious when combined with other flavors. For instance, try combining amaretto with chocolate, vanilla, coffee, or fruit flavors like cherry, strawberry, and raspberry. These flavor combinations can add depth and complexity to your dish, taking it to a higher level.
Experiment with Different Types of Recipes
Amaretto is versatile, and there are countless types of recipes that you can make with it. From desserts, cocktails, and savory dishes, be creative and experiment with new recipes, using amaretto as an ingredient. By trying out different recipes, you will discover new, exciting ways to use amaretto, and you may even develop unique recipes of your own.
Match the Amaretto with the Dish
When it comes to pairing amaretto with dishes, there are some general guidelines to follow. For instance, amaretto generally pairs well with rich or sweet flavors, making it an excellent addition to desserts, pastries, and sweet cocktails. However, amaretto can also balance the flavors in savory dishes, particularly those with meat, seafood, or hearty vegetables.
Use Amaretto for Marinating
Amaretto can be used in marinating meats or seafood, as it adds a sweet, nutty flavor to the dish. When marinating with amaretto, make sure that you use in moderation, and complement it with other flavors such as herbs, spices, or citrus.
Use Amaretto in Salad Dressings
If you are tired of the same old salad dressings, try using amaretto to create a unique, delicious dressing. Amaretto can add a sweet, nutty flavor to the dressing and complements ingredients like arugula, aged cheese, and fruity vinaigrettes.
Use Amaretto in Coffee or Hot Chocolate
Amaretto is an excellent addition to coffee or hot chocolate, adding a touch of sweetness and nuttiness to the drink. You can either use it in small amounts or make it the main ingredient for a more substantial kick.
Conclusion
In conclusion, amaretto is a versatile ingredient that can add a delicious, unique flavor to your dishes. From desserts to cocktails to savory dishes, amaretto can bring a touch of sophistication and depth to your recipes. By following these valuable tips, you can make the most of this delightful liqueur and create unforgettable, delicious dishes.

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