As Italian as Apple Pie!

Or in this case, Apple Cake. You might not know it, but Northern Italy is home to a lot of apple growers, and as a result, in that region of the country, apple snacks and desserts are a specialty. Who knew? Well, Anna Francese Goss, who wrote the new cookbook Italian Snacking sure did! She stopped by Tonia's Kitchen to talk about her recipe for "Invisible" Apple Cake. Basically, the apple is sliced so thin, it almost folds into the batter. This cake is great for after-school snacking, especially with a glass of milk. It's not too sweet either. You might call it just right!

A Delicious Dessert for The Jewish New Year

With Rosh Hashana beginning at the end of the week, it's time to start thinking about the holiday meal. And while there's a lot of mains to choose from, you might want to consider how to end the meal as well. Chef Judi Leib, who runs the blog Whisk In The Southern, stopped by Tonia's Kitchen to talk about her traditional Apple Jack Cake that's not traditional. She told Tonia her version is almost like a tart tartan or an upside down cake. Judi says the base includes thinly sliced apples in a honey-base, to pay homage to the Jewish tradition of dipping apples in honey to ensure a sweet New Year. It's a delicious way to celebrate!