Holy Cannoli: Sicilian Cannoli, Including the Fried Shell (e20)

Buon giorno a tutti. In this episode, Nonna Mia, la nonna di tutti (everybody's grandma), demonstrates how to make Sicilian cannoli, including the fried shell.
To make these delicious treats, you have to first make the fried tube-shaped shell. While some choose to buy the shells, Nonna prefers to make her own. If stored well, they can keep in a freezer for up to 3 months. Once on hand, it is very easy and quick to whip these up for company so you might want to consider making the shells ahead of time unless you have a big window to make both on the same day.
Shell recipe:
Mix 2 cups of flour, a pinch of salt, 2 teaspoons of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon together in a bowl. Then cut in 30 grams of cold butter cubes. Once coarsely mixed into the dry ingredients, blend in an egg and 1/3 cup of Marsala. Work together in the bowl to form a ball of dough, then transfer onto a board, and continue to knead it until smooth. This will take at least 5 minutes. Once smooth, cover in plastic and place in the fridge for about an hour, to rest.
Remove the rested dough from the fridge, and place on a dusted board, and begin to roll flat, continuously, until it is somewhat transparent when lifted. Of course, you can use a pasta-making machine to ease the effort, but Nonna prefers to do it by hand, the good old-fashioned way.
Once ready, use the lid of a coffee tin, or similar to cut round shapes from the dough. Roll each circle with the pin a couple times, to lengthen it to an oval shape. Then, with an egg wash, roll the dough around the tubes and place a tab of egg on the end, to help keep the dough rolled to form a Cannolo, or little tube. Once the oil (Nonna uses canola oil) is really hot, fry each shell a few minutes until golden brown and bubbled. Place each fried tube on a plate with paper towels, to absorb excess oil. Allow the tubes to cool slightly, and carefully remove the tube form from the shell. Repeat until complete. Nonna's recipe made 23 initial rounds, and with the scrap dough, she made another 5, for a total of 28 cannoli shells. Nonna's are small'ish as they are rich and easier to eat if not too large, but you are of course free to make them any size you wish. The shells are then filled with a sweet cheese cream filling.
Fun fact: Marsala is a fortified wine, dry or sweet, produced in the region surrounding the Italian city of Marsala in Sicily. The word Marsala takes its origin from Arabic - the Arabs use to rule Sicily. Perhaps this explains the use of pistachios - you often see it in Arabic desserts.
Filling Recipe:
Nonna used a 650-gram container of ricotta and placed it in a sieve overnight, to help drain any excess water. To that, she simply added 1/2 cup icing sugar and the grated rind of one lemon. She transferred the cream to a plastic bag and cut the end. Fill each end and dip the ends in crushed pistachio or chocolate chip, or add a cherry/candied lemon or orange.
Dust with icing sugar - and you're done!!
Buon appetito!
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I miss my grand ma ma so much. I can watch you all day.

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I’m sorry. I know what you mean. But I am happy that I remind you of her! 😘

[@charlita25]

Her rolling technique is magnificent 🧑🏼‍🍳

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Thanks so much for noticing. That is very sweet of you. And thank you for subscribing to my channel - it means a lot! xx

[@MustangSally069]

She looks and sounds so much like my late Grandma, it brought tears to my eyes! I feel like I'm in the kitchen with Grandma again, and it's wonderful! Gratzie, Nonna Mia!

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Bella, I'm sorry I didn't write sooner. Your message warmed my heart! Bless you. Sending my love. xx

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@@nonnamia7890 Thank you! I made your cannoli for Christmas, and my mother said it was just like her mother's. God bless!

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She’s MY grandma!!! I love her so much. This takes me back to watching my grandma!

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It warms my heart to read this. Baci e amore! xoxo

[@Allen2142]

I'm not even mad that I feel like a 7 year old watching my great nana making these.

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You’re so cute. Grazie!! 🤗🤗

[@GroovyPlayer72]

I've always wanted to make cannoli , Grazie!

[@nonnamia7890]

Prego. Thank you so much for watching my video. 🤗

[@janecollette9504]

I think your demonstration is one of the best I have seen. You do such a nice job Nona. I love watching your videos. Have a happy and blessed day.

[@nonnamia7890]

This is such a kind compliment- Grazie mille bella. 😍

[@Wolf-E-Romeo]

"Thank you for watching!" No, Thank YOU for creating this wonderful video!

[@nonnamia7890]

You are so so sweet. Grazie mille. Baci!

[@dianaruffini8794]

My husband and I just cut some bamboo and made some tubes! Now it’s time to try your recipe!

[@nonnamia7890]

That’s wonderful. I’m excited. Thank you for letting me know. Happy baking. 😍

[@coreenpike8969]

Love the cannolis, love watching you cook and bake. Blessings to you and your family ❤️

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie grazie. Grazie tanto Bella.

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I hope your family appreciates you. I do! Thank you so much for the video and recipe.

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you so so much. 🤗🤗🤗

[@tonyb2481]

Thank you so much ! I work in a hospital and followed your recipe and left a tray of cannolis in the nurse's break room. They devoured them in minutes. One of the nurses, she ate four of them! They're pigs lol

[@nonnamia7890]

Hi Tony - how sweet of you to make treats for the nurses break room! That's wonderful. Bravo. xx

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@@nonnamia7890 The nurse who ate four says thank you so much! Those big gluttons lol

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@@tonyb2481 they must have been delicious. Bravo!!

[@BsBucWiLD]

The best Cannoli Recipe i have seen on KZbin!! Thanks for sharing!!

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Wow. Best compliment. Grazie mille! It means so much to me. 🤩🤩

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@@nonnamia7890 I used your recipe and they came out pretty good!

[@nonnamia7890]

@@BsBucWiLD Bravo! I hope you enjoyed them.

[@laureenefurnari1609]

My Nonna, ❤ I miss her she was so Patient & teaching us never rushed us . She would always say make it your own & put pick something else you might want to try , maybe it will work & taste better . It really was about the time spent together !!! Thank you

[@nonnamia7890]

You are so right bella - I cherish the time I spend in the kitchen with my family!! xox

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She is adorable!

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie tanto cara Anne. At 83 and a half, I really appreciate that! Sending you a big hug! xx

[@deirdremacdougall8415]

What your videos are such a joy to watch ! Cannollis are my both son and youngest brother's favorite so ! I cannot wait to try this . You make everything Look so easy and you make it with so much Love what is better than that ? Delicious is right !!! They look amazing and wonderful you brought yours tools with your from Italy to use and still using them after all these years . So marvelous and shows the old/ well made natural things are the best and if you take care of them you have them forever and to pass on .Grazie 🙏Grazie 🙏 I am very excited to make these ! 😍 Love from Boston to your and yours ! God Bless always .xo

[@nonnamia7890]

Bella, thank you so much for your sweet words. I am so happy that you found me and took the time to watch my video and write me! It means a lot. It is so true what you wrote ... these old tools really last. I cherish them a lot!! Sending you a big, big hug to Boston, from Ontario! xx

[@sacredcowtipper1378]

Man Nonna Mia, you remind me of my Aunt Rita. God Bless.

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you for writing to me and watching my videos! I hope you like them. Hi to your Aunt Rita too! x

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@@nonnamia7890 No problem. Unfortunately, Aunt Rita passed away about 8 years ago from Alzheimers. You look a lot like her and your voices are very close to the same. Do you know Jesus as your Saviour Nonna Mia? I ask you this because end times are here for us still alive. Eph 2:8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Eph 2:9 Not of works, lest any man should boast. Blessings!

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Hands down Nonna Mia is my favorite cooking channel. Love her kind, gentle, joyous nature.

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God bless you. Thank you for your sweet words. They mean a lot to me. 🥰🥰

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I would love to have her soundtrack..... beautiful music of Italy 🇮🇹

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Agree. It’s lovely. Google Italian music, background chill out, Buddha Bar.

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She’s the real deal. I salute you dear lady ❤❤❤❤❤❤

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Awww sei dolce - grazie mille cara Pam. xox

[@lindarennie2212]

Nonna, I just love you so much! Love watching you bake, cook and sing. God bless you Nonna! Please keep making your videos. 😘😘😘🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@nonnamia7890]

Cara Linda - you are so sweet! Thank you so much for watching my video and especially for writing me that you enjoy what I am doing. It means a lot bella. xoxo

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Beautiful job. Such a sweet lady.

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Thank you bella - I really appreciate that you wrote me. 🤗

[@rubian77]

This video made me so happy -- and not just because I want to make cannoli! :)

[@nonnamia7890]

You’re so sweet. Grazie tanto. 💛🤗💛

[@mandiigraham1596]

Buona sera. Sei molto brava. Mi piace molto i cannoli anche bellissima Sicilia.

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Buon giorno Mandii. Grazie tanto. Così dolce da parte tua. xox

[@henrybaros8438]

Nonna God Bless, you remind me of my mother so much, I been looking for this authentic Sicilian recipe for Cannoli shells. listening to you is like watching my mom. We had a few Restaurants named The Sicilian located in the EastBay across from San Francisco. Bless you for reminding me. Miss you Mother Maria Josiephine Michalena DiGioia

[@nonnamia7890]

That’s beautiful caro. Sending you love. 🤗

[@speranza8494]

Thank you so much for teaching us!

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Prego. My pleasure. Thank you for watching my video. 🤗🤗

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You are a joy to watch..thankyou xx

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Thank you so much bella. 😘

[@anneberger-brin1589]

Thank for making the video, you are wonderful

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you dear Anne - you are sweet! :-)

[@toronto690]

Can you be my Nonna. I’m happy I found you. I am going to try this the first time. I am learning to bake and cook on my own. I want to learn everything from you. I don’t have a mamma or nonna anymore. ;(

[@nonnamia7890]

Brava! So glad you are going to give these a try. I have about 64 recipes on line now. So, lots for you to learn. Cannoli are easy if you buy the shells. The shells aren't hard, just time consuming. Where was your Nonna from. Baci xx

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Brava cugina, un piacere vederti 😘

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Vittoria Fraietta Buon giorno cara cugina... vi ricordo sempre con affeto 🥰

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@@nonnamia7890 A Anche noi con affetto

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Un forte abbraccio a tutti voi

[@kattlepak2185]

Grazie mille Nonna Mia, I'll be making these for my Dad soon! You remind me so much of my late Nonna, you bought a smile to my face! I hope you are keeping well 😊 x

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie mille bella .. I so appreciate you watching my show and I am especially happy that I brought a smile to your day! We are doing well here in Ontario, how about you? xx

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Thank You Nonna!

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Prego caro Tomas! Thanks so much for writing me! xo

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Merci Beaucoup Bellissimo !!!!!

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Prego!! My pleasure. 🤗

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I just love the satisfaction and joy in this woman's expressions. Thank you for this video, I enjoyed watching. :)

[@nonnamia7890]

You are so sweet cara Rachel - thank you so much for watching me and especially for writing me. It means a lot. Buon Natale. xoxo

[@barbaraobrzut2044]

Nona Mia! What’s not to love? This recipe and watching you was the best part of my weekend! Wishing you and your family many happy times in your beautiful kitchen. Thank you for a great tutorial 😍

[@nonnamia7890]

That’s soooo heart-warming. Grazie Mille Barbara. I really appreciate your sweet words. 🥰

[@annieh2900]

She reminds me of an Italian ( French chief) Julia child

[@nonnamia7890]

Lol ... that’s awesome. I’ll let her know. Thanks Annie! 😀

[@toronto690]

You make me happy, lien a real nonna for me. 💗💗💗👍👍👍👍

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you so much! That warms my heart! :-)

[@angelafrattarelli719]

This woman is extraordinary. God Bless her. Thank you very much for this recipe.

[@nonnamia7890]

Angela, wow, what a beautiful thing to say. Thank you soooo much. Grazie mille bella. God bless you More! xx

[@Vanessa-yj6ix]

This looks so amazing ❤wonderful I’m going to try make it thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie tanto bella .. I hope you enjoy them. 🥰🥰

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I love this nonna

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Grazie tanto cara Angela ... you make me smile! xox

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I love your recipes so much...... brings me back to my childhood .....thank you so much for posting them on KZbin for everyone to see.... much love from Melbourne Australia ❤

[@nonnamia7890]

Australia! Wow. That's far away bella. Thank you so much for writing me. Where does your family originate from? I am from Cosenza. xx

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@@nonnamia7890 My family originated from a little town called Tusa prov di Messina 😁 I was born in Melbourne Australia.... thanks again for all your AMAZING and delicious recipes ♥️

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@@rellyperrone6593 Messina! Beautiful. I have never been to Melbourne but I know a lot of Italians from Southern Italy are there. Sending you a big hug bella!

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Grazie tanto caro Tommaso. Sono felice che tu mi abbia scritto. Grazie molte. xox

[@cyndijoseph1204]

cannot wait to try these. grandma made them look so easy and yummy

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I'm so happy that you will try them bella! I hope you enjoy them. xo

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Thanks Nonna! I’m so happy I found your channel, love to see you and hear you

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I am so grateful that you took the time to watch my video and write me! Thank YOU so much! Baci cara Kathy!

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Thank you so much! You’re very sweet. 🥰

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So happy to have found this channel!! Can't wait to try all your recipes 😊🙏🙏

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Grazie Mille bella... I’m so pleased too!! I hope you get a chance to try a few. Buon appetito!! 😍

[@JessopVTS]

Amazing. Thank you for inspiring me

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You’re so sweet - Grazie Chris. 🥰

[@mariadigraci1726]

She sounds like my mum 😊 love the attitude 😄 thank you for sharing 🙏 ❤

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Grazie tanto cara Maria! I'm glad I sound like your Mum - that warms my heart. Baci!!

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Wonderful ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ thank you so much❤️

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prego bella! Thank you for watching my video. xox

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I love your nonna!!

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Grazie Mille. She’s the best!! ☺️

[@catherinegrace828]

Your an inspiration to me I’m sitting here thinking about you since last night after binge on your videos Now after learning about your husband proves to me that I was correct ..your tenacity About life shows on screen and I can now be definite that the day you were born they broke the mold. It may be a video but I feel so much love between you and whomever is filming. The memory I got from this video was when I would record my nanny …. The way she looked at me after giving a simple answer Made us both laugh 😂 for no apparent reason Your magic is love I pray that families can not only learn your wonderful recipes They can learn tradition , respect, and love ..from your videos May god continue blessing you so you can continuously bless us Please keep singing while you work I’m sure all your viewers get a rush of forgotten memories when they hear you sing . I only hope you get as many smiles as you give Catherine Grac e

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Carissima Catherine ... I think I have to frame this beautiful comment. It has touched my heart so much. I cannot thank you enough for your incredible words. Please know that I am very grateful. God bless you bella! xoxo

[@lyndawong7437]

Thank you nice nonna

[@nonnamia7890]

🥰 you’re so sweet

[@kathyburt8593]

You are amazing! I wish I was there with you...learning your ease with the dough...Thank you for teaching your technique!

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie cara - it would be fun to have you here baking with me! Sending you love and hugs bella! xx

[@aris1956]

Ciao nonna, un saluto dall’Italia ! 🇮🇹👋😊💕

[@nonnamia7890]

Buona sera da Canada. Dove sei in Italia? 🤗

[@aris1956]

@@nonnamia7890 Buona sera ! Nella regione Campania, un paesino in provincia di Salerno. 😊

[@maryverano7551]

This recipe is so good and I loved the video. Thank you, Nonna!! 💕

[@nonnamia7890]

Mary Verano thank you so much!! 😀

[@ajinpnw6221]

I just made my own ricotta from scratch and wanted a cannoli recipe and stumbled onto this.. I love you so much! You are what every baker like me wants to find on videos…. I did not understand what the yellow was on end of cannoli? Just fabulous! Thank you my sweet one! Sending love and prayers to you from the PNW 💕

[@nonnamia7890]

Awww bella - you are so very thoughtful and kind. Grazie tanto cara. Your cannoli must have been so lovely! I hope you all enjoyed them. Sending you a big big hug! Where is PNW cara? xox

[@ajinpnw6221]

@@nonnamia7890 I’m right outside of Seattle Washington! 💕💕💕 just bought my set of cannoli rollers b/c of you 😘😘😘

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@@ajinpnw6221 Bravissima!! I hope you have fun making them! Seattle - beautiful. xox

[@rubian77]

I think the yellow stuff was finely chopped pistachios!

[@lindaponzetto604]

Yes. Ground.

[@nancybelscher1442]

Thank you for this delicious recipe and wonderful video Nonna Mia! I made these yesterday, first time ever trying to make cannoli from scratch and they came out great! The only thing I kind of had to guess at was the temperature of the oil (I didn't see it in mentioned in your video or the comments). I tried 350-360 and it worked for me. I miss my Nonna but love your videos!

[@nonnamia7890]

Bravissima. Sorry - I do it by eye, but I realize that isn't so helpful. I am glad it worked out for you bella. Thank you so much for trying my recipe. I really appreciate it cara Nancy! xox

[@marydarby6740]

I just gained 10 lbs. watching this! It looks absolutely DELICIOUS and I can’t wait to try making some. Thank you for sharing your skills!

[@nonnamia7890]

Mary, you are so cute! Thank you so much for watching and writing me. xox

[@ajcasella2755]

Buonissimi grazie

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie tanto! xox

[@renayepalumbo1403]

Such an incredibly delicious cannoli’s! Thanks so much for your step by step instructions! Much love ❤

[@nonnamia7890]

I am so glad that you watched my video. It's my pleasure Renaye. Merry Christmas to you! xox

[@aris1956]

Many Americans, but also from other countries, write…”Cannolis”, but Cannoli it is already in plural. The singular is Cannolo (only one) and plural Cannoli. Ciao here from Italy. :

[@gianluca6058]

Thanks Nonna, nice recipe! I love cannoli!

[@nonnamia7890]

Prego caro Gianluca. My pleasure. Yes, cannoli are wonderful. Thank you for watching my video and for subscribing!! Buon Natale!!

[@mccardieclan1755]

The flavor profile is interesting; mixing lemon zest with the ricotta, something I will have to try!! Thank you for sharing, You are just wonderful!!

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Prego! My pleasure. Thank you so much for watching this video. xox

[@hughesky1]

I love her attitude! Zest for life :)

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Grazie Mille cara. Ogni giorno e una festa!! 🤗

[@Cyan1deCandy]

I'm by no means Italian (that I'm aware of...should probably do a DNA test) but I love finding authentic recipes from different cultures, with me being American. I'm so excited to try this out!

[@nonnamia7890]

So sweet of you bella - I hope you enjoy them! xx

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Oh my life she is adorable I love her may god always keep you safe 🤣🤣❤️❤️

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Grazie Mille cara Maria!! 💛🙏💛

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Ευχάριστο μια ❤

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Grazie tanto

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This reminds me of being in the kitchen with my grandma as a very little girl who I can’t see very often anymore, but she was an amazing chef for many years. The resemblance is so similar 😭 looks so delicious too

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This warms my heart! I'm touched that I resemble your Nonna. Sending you a big hug! xx

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Very nice recipe Nonna! Glad to have found you.

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I'm so glad you found me too! Thank you for writing me!! Sending you bacioni!!

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Thanks for beautiful recipe 🥰 god bless 🙏

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Grazie mille bella ... God bless you too! xx

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Loved watching the video❣️Thanks for the recipe. Love & hugs from Canada 🇨🇦

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Grazie Anu - me too. I’m from Ontario. You? 😘

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How nice! I’m from London, Ontario.

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@@anuxoxo6017 - lovely. I’m from Orillia.

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You are so wonderful love your special spirit thank you

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Caro Matt - A most sincere thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate your supporting my channel.

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Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipe with us, it helped a lot.

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Grazie mille cara Jane!! Your message makes me so happy! xox

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@@nonnamia7890 Thank you Nona, for taking the time to answer me. You made my day. May the Lord bless you always.

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Thank you Nonna.Its perfect.

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Buon Natale!!

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Thanks you soo much!!! 💞❤ 😋🤤

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Thank you for subscribing and writing me. It means a lot to me. 💛

[@mindbogglermagic]

I love this recipe! thank you so much ...Next I wanna make the the cornetti ...im not sure if its traditional but I wanna fill them with your Italian custard :)

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Wonderful! I hope you enjoy them both. 😍

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Braavvooo!!!!

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Thank you so much 😊

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what a lovely lady

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Thank you so much for the very kind compliment! Grazie and thank you so much for subscribing!

[@charlita25]

“Love to taste 😋 “ lol 😂

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Grazie mille Charlita! xx

[@J_theponderer]

Classic

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Absolutely!

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Looks delicious you made me laugh enjoyed you so much

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Grazie! Grazie! That makes me happy. 🥰🥰

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Wonderful!💓 saludos desde Puerto Rico

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Puerto Rico. That’s fabulous. Salute di Ontario. 😍

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[@mariel.8049]

Ciao Nonna Mia ! I have cut dried bamboo to make the cannoli shells. Can you tell me if they are ready to use or if I need to do something to it first like fry them alone or boil them in water maybe ? Thank you in advance and thank you for the great video I can't wait to try it !!

[@nonnamia7890]

Bravissima. Fry them first caramel enjoy. 😍

[@pinkshabbyroses101]

Looks amazing Nonna Mia:) Omg.....I want this so badly!

[@nonnamia7890]

Come over Mary ... I will make you some. :-) I recently made Baci cannoli. Yummy. xx

[@pinkyumino]

Let me try !

[@nonnamia7890]

wonderful :-))

[@mbashari2575]

Thank you for sharing ❤ was hoping to find a recipe without lard... thought you can't make it without lard! Is this why she doesn't add vinegar? Thank you Love how she says "yeahhh" cute

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you bella - you're sweet! Lard is the most traditional, yes. I'm unfamiliar with vinegar? But I am thinking the Marsala (a fortified wine) may act in a somewhat similar fashion, but with a lovely flavour. xox

[@thlp6872]

Wow, this looks pretty simple to make. Will give it a try. Had a cannoli in Italy for the first time and I want to make them anytime I desire. What a delight your channel is. Where can I find the tubes that you used for wrapping the cannolis? Thanks in advance!

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie Mille. And thanks bunches for writing me. I use bamboo. We cut them but we recently bought stainless steel ones online. I prefer bamboo but the stainless steel work great. I make my own ricotta. I hv a video for that. It’s sooo easy and makes your cannoli even better!! 😍

[@catherinegrace828]

Thank you for allowing me the daydream of being with my nanny

[@nonnamia7890]

That is the sweetest message Catherine - prego bella! I am so happy to read this. Sending you a big big hug! xoxo

[@NCY0131]

Thanks Nonna

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you so much for watching my video!!

[@hollypatricks8667]

Amazing beautiful lady, I just love your voice.

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you so much Holly!! 🥰

[@hollypatricks8667]

I'm making cannolis for the first time right now using your recipe. I love you so.

[@nonnamia7890]

@@hollypatricks8667 you warm my heart! Grazie cara!! xox

[@gabbyferreira4786]

Nona, how do you make your dough so smooth, I am doing mine and I have been pounding for over an hour I can’t get like yours

[@nonnamia7890]

Sorry Cara. I’m not sure I understand. When you rolled your dough - it was lumpy? That’s unusual. But when you fry them they become bubbly.

[@joelleperry6957]

Amazing!

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie Joelle! xx

[@jacobtdwyer5862]

Nice!

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie Jacob! :-)

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She is very sweet and beautiful lady ❤️💟❤️❤️😍❤️!!she makes fantastic food!!!

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie mille ... this is so very thoughtful and kind of you. Thank you for subscribing to my channel and for writing me. It means a lot. I am sending you a hug! xx

[@nawarunmiah2740]

Loved your video. What can we use instead of Marsala also it has to be something none alcoholic.

[@nonnamia7890]

Thank you so much. To be honest, I have never done that, but when I googled, I got this: Simple plain white grape juice also works as a Marsala Wine substitute. However, the best non-alcoholic Masala wine substitute is a combination of ¼ cup white grape juice, 2 tablespoons of sherry vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.

[@Melinabellisima]

Adorable lady. I wish we were related

[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie Mille - so sweet of you to say!! 😘

[@lennysv]

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[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie 🥰

[@lennysv]

Te admiro,amo la comida italiana,soy aprendiz,saludes desde Suiza.pero soy orgullosamente Colombiana.eres un 🌞

[@catherinegrace828]

Thank you once again Question? Where did you get the molds to fry them ? Also what kind of wood are you using to roll on ? Where was your pin ( that your husband made you ) purchased from With the board?

[@nonnamia7890]

Hi bella .. grazie! The molds my husband cut from bamboo many, many years ago, but you can buy stainless steel ones on the internet. My daughter did - but I prefer my bamboo ones. I think the wood of my board is plywood (fir). I'm not sure about the pin. My husband has Alzheimer's unfortunately, and is unable to speak now.

[@catherinegrace828]

@@nonnamia7890 I didn’t know there was a reply button I never leave messages But I read and press thumbs up 👍 With that being said you taught me another life lesson. Reply ..Reply .. My reply to you is in your comments I’m shy about leaving my true corny feelings for the world …. Then again you deserve to be honored in front of the whole world …(and wish I would have known about the reply Reply button Lolol) Being silly thanks for a new look at life through your your eyes. Continue sharing for all

[@gege-xv1hh]

Thank you i am going to make these Sunday. Where can i buy a wood board like that one? Thank you can you tell me it is a good size too.

[@nonnamia7890]

Buon giorno e mille grazie! I use bamboo, but you can buy them on line, in stainless steel - I just like the old-fashioned way. We made our own - just cut the bamboo 4 to 5 inches long and the tubes are about 3/4 of an inch in diameter. I hope you enjoy making them and especially EATING them. If you can, make your own ricotta - it is so easy and you can control the firmness more. Most of all, I find it tastes more delicious. A presto!! xx

[@gege-xv1hh]

@@nonnamia7890 Buongiorno nonna Mia 🌷Gracias . I was referring to your board not the bamboo cannoli shell. The board the wood board that you work on. Can you offer where I can find it? Thank you very much 😋

[@nonnamia7890]

@@gege-xv1hh oh sorry bella. The board my husband made for me over 50 years ago. Mine is basically 30 inches by 30 inches plywood.

[@gege-xv1hh]

@@nonnamia7890 Thank you for measurements etc Your husband loved you and appreciated you so much. Thanks for sharing the 🌾 recipes.

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[@angelamelkonyan6119]

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[@nonnamia7890]

Grazie cara