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Zuppa Inglese (Ladyfingers with Custard Cake)
Originated from: Guardialfiera, Molise, Italy
Occasion: Special events
Contributed by: Olga Palazzo

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Ingredients

For recipe see Italy Revisited/Recipes/"Cakes"



Directions




Notes

Prior to World War II "zuppa inglese" was only made for very special events such as weddings and baptisms. In North America it is offered at any minor social event. For many people it is the cake they celebrate their birthdays with. Photo: Mary Melfi.

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