The chocolate salami it is a classic dessert of the Italian tradition, loved by adults and children for its rich and delicious taste. But how can you prepare a summer version of this dessert? This is a question that many cooking and food and wine enthusiasts ask themselves, especially in view of the hot season. In fact, although chocolate salami is a typically Christmas dessert, its versatility allows it to be adapted to all seasons, including summer. This is why it is important to find out how to prepare a summer chocolate salami, to be able to delight the palates of your guests even during the hottest months of the year.
Summer chocolate salami
The secret to preparing an excellent summer chocolate salami lies in the choice of ingredients and their preparation. First of all, it is essential to use good quality chocolate, preferably dark, which is less sweet and more balanced than milk chocolate. Furthermore, to make the dessert fresher and more suitable for the summer season, ingredients such as dried fruit, candied citrus peels or spices such as cinnamon can be added to the recipe.
Another aspect to consider is the consistency of the dessert. Summer chocolate salami should be softer and less dense than the winter version. To achieve this result, you can reduce the quantity of biscuits used in the recipe and increase the quantity of chocolate. Furthermore, to prevent the dessert from melting too easily due to the heat, it is advisable to keep it in the refrigerator until serving.
Finally, the presentation of the summer chocolate salami can make the difference. For example, you can decorate the dessert with fresh seasonal fruit, such as strawberries or raspberries, or with mint leaves for an extra touch of freshness.
In short, preparing a summer chocolate salami is not at all complicated, you just need to make a few small changes to the traditional recipe to obtain a delicious dessert suitable for the hot season. For a step-by-step guide on how to prepare summer chocolate salami, you can consult the complete recipe on tantofood.it.
The traditional end of the summer is here. And we all need a family party. Let’s follow the rules and stay safe. Grilling is almost over, and thoughts turn to crock pots, cooler nights, and leaves. If you get all the way to the end, you will be rewarded with an enjoyable Labor Day story.
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I present for your consideration a few great simple ways to cap off the “traditional” summer season. As a bonus, a funny Labor Day story at the end of the post.
FOOD SAFETY
Before we start, a few food safety reminders. So easy to forget. It is up to you to keep your friends and family safe. I see dangerous food handling on TV food shows and other blogs frequently. So know the rules. PLEASE.
As a start, please review my Summer Food Safety post. Let’s be safe out there. No, Uncle Joe cannot have his burger rare even though you wouldn’t mind seeing him sick. It is your responsibility to keep them all safe.
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My Bad—A Labor Day Story
When I first started my private practice 40+ years ago, I started in mid-August, and the other pediatrician went on vacation (his first is over a year) a week later.
I was left to see patients and to make all business decisions. It was the Friday before Labor Day, and I was saying good night to the employees and told them I would see them on Monday. A huge scream went up.
Them: “No, Tuesday”
Me:”Monday”
Them: (very loudly) “Tuesday, Monday is Labor Day.”
Me: “So”
Them: “It’s a holiday.”
Me: “No”
Them: “YES”
Me: “A real holiday???? I thought it was like Ground Hog Day or Columbus Day.”
Them: “See you TUESDAY,” they all shook their heads as they walked out snickering.
Me: “hmmm ok.”
In my defense, I have just come out of years of medical training, working 80 to 100 hours per week. There were two holidays only, Fourth of July and Christmas and you got one of them off. All the rest of the days were equal, meaning they were nothing special and you worked.
My bad, I guess.
I put that in just to see if anybody got this far. And it is totally true, even the wording is correct.
So relax and enjoy yourself. Grill a hot dog and have some ice cream. Enjoy your family and reflect on 2020—don’t injury yourself.
Wifo, Molly, Lilly, and DrDan
Originally Published August 31, 2014. This post is reused yearly but is edited and updated yearly. Some comments may be from previous years
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