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summer berry semifreddo and a giveaway!
Well, this has been an exciting week. Not only have I put up a post everyday on Babble.com, but I also received a fabulous gift in the mail. The folks at Bertolli (the olive oil people) sent me a gift package so I could help them share a little video with them, which is episode #4 of a little series they are making called Into the Heart of Italy. Go ahead and have a look!
The most exciting part of all of this, is that Bertolli is also going to give away the same package they gave me to one of the lucky readers of sophistimom. Would you like to know what it includes?
Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker
Bialetti Espresso Machine
Two Crate & Barrel Espresso Cups and Saucers
iTunes Gift Card with Suggested Contemporary Italian Playlist
Two VIP coupons for a Bertolli Frozen Meal for two that will transport you to Italy in just 10 minutes
Awesome, right? We are loving our gift right now, and though I don’t drink coffee, I am sure I can figure out fantastic things to do with that espresso maker! Oh, and the frozen dinners, are actually very, very good. And I never say that about frozen dinners.
So, if you live in the US, and you would like to enter, simply watch the video, look for a clue, and then, in the comments section, tell us one thing you like about Italy. Then, if want to learn more about the Into the Heart of Italy promotion at Bertolli, click here. All entries must be received by Friday, May 14 at midnight. Good luck everyone!
To celebrate our little giveaway, I wanted to do an Italian recipe, and since most of you who enter, will not, unfortunately, win the ice cream maker, I wanted to post an Italian dessert that is shockingly like ice cream and does not require an ice cream maker.
summer berry semifreddo
3 egg yolks
1 egg
1 cup (200g) sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
2 cups berries (strawberries, blackberries, etc.)
1. Place egg yolks, egg, and sugar in a glass bowl set over simmering water. Using a hand mixer, whip the mixture until it is doubled in volume and is very warm to the touch, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, add in vanilla, and allow to cool while you whip the cream.
2. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Quickly whisk in the confectioner’s sugar. Fold egg and sugar mixture, and berries into the whipped cream. Place in containers and freeze for 8 hours, or overnight.
80 Responses to “summer berry semifreddo and a giveaway!”
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I don’t think I can pick just one thing about Italy that I love! But my top choice would probably be the wine! With gelato as a close second.
On an semi-unrelated note. I love this recipe. For once something I can make that does not require an ice cream maker!
the amazing food!
Beautiful and exciting post Jamie. I love Italy… everything about it; the food, the culture, the architecture… and most of all it’s beautiful people! Was fortunate enough to visit Milan in the late 1980′s, and it left it’s mark on me forever. I plan to visit it again once the kids grow up!
This is a gorgeous semi freddo. Must try it soon! Great recipe, and no ice cream maker works for me!
I love Italian wine and food. Italy has a great history and the architecture is wonderful.
The thing I love about Italy is the scuba diving! So much history beneath the beautiful waves that few ever see…
This recipe is awesome! I loved the video….what I love about Italy is the culture…so laid back & they know how to eat! I love the Tuscany region & can’t wait to go back!
The philosophy of incorporating beauty and art into everything…from food, to clothes, to architecture. Functionality is important, but form is what gives life its beauty!
Yum! Can’t wait to try your Summer Berry Semifreddo! I love Italy for the food.
Hmmm…just one thing? Well I do love the food, I’d love to go on a boat to catch something fresh and then cook it right up like they do in the video. That would be sweet! My most favorite thing about Italy though? The men…I married one!
Venice!
The beautiful Language!The food is fantastic but the Language is captivating=)
omg. what’s not to love about italy? the food. the people. the weather. the countryside. the sea. the beautiful architecture…everything really.
also, love this recipe. i made a mocha semifreddo for V-day and DH has been bugging me to make another. I think this would be perfect for summer!
On top of the great food, I love the Italian countryside and the awesome scenery!
If I had to pick just one thing I would pick the entire city of Florence. I love everything about it, the art, the culture, the history, the natural beauty – everything about Florence is fantastic. But the rich, thick, almost creamy coffee comes in at a close second.
The first time I went to Italy was with a college study group and they took us to a restaurant in Tivoli called La Sybilla. We sat on the patio next to the ruin of a Roman temple overlooking a beautiful valley (that had a waterfall!), and as soon as we sat down, waiters brought seemingly unending platters of delicious antipasti and never-ending bottles of wine, when we’d snacked on those and rested as chatted they brought the next course, then more wine conversation, and then another, then another. It ended up being a 3 1/2 hour lunch in the most beautiful setting, with delicious food, and great company.
Those are my favorite parts, if I were forced to pick.
I just love how much the Italians seem to savor life. Whether that’s savoring good food, time with friends, their beautiful surroundings…it seems we could learn much from them.
What an amazing giveaway!!
Italy… It has to be tiramisu. The best dessert ever.
I love Italy for its history. From the Colosseum to the senate steps, there’s so much to see!
Can’t wait to try the semifreddo!
The best thing about Italy is definitely the food — cooking with fresh ingredients and following old traditions and family recipes. Everybody seems to have a “Grandma’s Meatballs” recipe that they swear by!
I love Italy! Hands down! The greatest thing I love about Italy is the food. No matter where you go, the food is amazing. From pizza in a small sidewalk cafe to pasta in any restaurant, everything is delicious. Now I need to go back!
I’ve never been to Italy, although my grandfather used to bring back beautiful rosaries and little trinkets for us grandchildren as a child when he would make a pilgrimage to the Vatican every few years. I’d love to go, though!
Honestly, the thing I think I like best about Italy is the love and appreciation they have for life. It shows in their food, in the way they live, in their architecture, in every facet of Italian life. Life is beautiful and precious, and you shouldn’t waste it on bad food or wasted time.
wining and dining………..
The history, art and coffee!
Gelato!!! Hands down!
I love the great food, the wonderful scenery, the romance, and all the ambiance!!!
Not having been there, I’d say the history and the art and the food! It looks gorgeous…someday.
The best thing about Italy is the food, the history, the wine, the culture, and the COFFEE! (Did I win? Oh, please, to all that is holy in the world of coffee and espresso… please say that I won!)
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Yummy! Have to say that looks like a pretty good smoothie. I’m going to put cherries in mine though.