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Carmela’s "Spec House" Sfogliatelle
Season 6•Episode: General Season 6

Carmela’s "Spec House" Sfogliatelle

Show Context

Carmela is building her spec house. She’s stressed, leaning on her father, and drinking espresso. The Sfogliatelle is what you eat when you're trying to ignore the fact that the house might collapse.

Crispy lobster tail pastries filled with citrus ricotta.

Instructions

  1. 01

    Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 02

    Filling: Mix ricotta, sugar, cinnamon, and orange peel.

  3. 03

    Shape: Cut puff pastry into squares. Put a dollop of filling in the center. Fold over into a triangle (or a clam shape if you're skilled). Seal edges tight.

  4. 04

    Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

  5. 05

    Serve: Dust with powdered sugar. Serve with a double espresso.

  6. 06

    Action: Sip coffee while arguing with the building inspector about 'proper lumber.'