Dolcetti di Pastareale di Casa Serrilli

My dear friend Cristina has been kind enough to share her secret marzipan recipe, passed to her by her Italian aunt, as it had been passed to her by successive generations of the Serrilli family. The recipe hails from Sicily yet offers more than a passing glance at the Middle East. This is food made with love, and it is perfect for sharing. Make the marzipan just before you need it, as it dries out quickly, or freeze it. Serve the stuffed fruits and nuts with a shot of espresso, limoncello