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Anna Puccinelli, Author

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This is a new twist on an old favortie, and can be down in a flash to calm that hungry stomach.

Grilled macaroni and cheese sandwiches to satisfy post-drinking cravings

Anna Puccinelli
May 16, 2013

Cheesy, gooey mac and cheese has always been one of my favorite foods and a traditional birthday dinner, whether it is fried in bite-sized balls, baked with breadcrumbs or traditionally cooked in a pot....

Chop the pepperonis into dime-sized pieces and set aside to cover the fries with the cheese and sauce after the fries have cooked.

Turn a fry dish into a cheesy snack

Anna Puccinelli
May 15, 2013

Burgers and fries are popular dishes during summer’s barbecue season, so spice up the traditional side of fries with a creative variety of flavorful toppings. You can add a twist to a side of fries with...

Cool down the agua fresca with ice, add your favorite fruit and serve.

Cool down during the hot weather with fresh agua fresca

Anna Puccinelli
May 13, 2013

Popular in Mexico, agua fresca is a chilled and a lightly sweetened juice that is refreshing as the summer heat is approaching. I like to make this beverage because buying a juicer can be expensive, I...

Have a sweet and frozen chocolate banana treat

Anna Puccinelli
May 8, 2013

Chocolate-covered bananas are inexpensive, easy-to-make and great for summer barbecues by the pool. According to the Chiquita Bananas website, this fruit is high in fiber, loaded with potassium and healthy...

Top off this chocolate garbanzo cake with chocolate chips and mint leaves or your favorite frosting.

Moist chocolate cake with garbanzo beans is worth tasting

Anna Puccinelli
May 3, 2013

One of the simplest and most unusual chocolate cakes I’ve discovered interested me because the recipe calls for an odd combination of chocolate and garbanzo beans. This moist, semi-sweet cake is dense...

Mix together with sugar, lemon, almond extract, and starch. Then mix in the fruits and gently toss everything together.

A strawberry and apple galette can be a scrumptious breakfast

Anna Puccinelli
April 24, 2013

A French galette is a buttery, golden brown pastry topped with fruit - anything from berries to apples - and is usually served as a lighter dessert or an indulgent breakfast. The orange-flavored dough...

The Queen of Hearts herself would be proud of these delectable Pop-Tarts. Instead of using Nutella, you can personalize these treats by using almond or peanut butter. 

Homemade Pop-Tarts filled with love and Nutella

Anna Puccinelli
April 24, 2013

I haven’t had a Pop-Tart in years, but homemade heart-designed tarts filled with rich and chocolaty Nutella spread - topped with a fresh strawberries - sounded like an adult version of my favorite childhood...

Slice one medium avocado in half to remove the pit.

The raw diet can be good for your body and your pasta

Anna Puccinelli
April 17, 2013

Zucchini and avocado pasta is a raw dish that uses squash instead of flour for traditional noodles, making it both gluten-free and vegan. A garlicky, creamy avocado sauce, sprinkled with salt and pepper,...

Have a big hunk of these peanut butter and banana sandwiches

Have a big hunk of these peanut butter and banana sandwiches

Anna Puccinelli
April 15, 2013

Elvis Presley’s appetite for fried peanut butter and banana sandwiches may have been what he was talking about when he sang “Big Hunk O’ Love.” This grilled twist of the classic peanut butter sandwich...

The main ingredients in this Paleo sandwich are chicken, strawberries, avocado, spinach and Paleo mayonnaise.

Paleo sandwiches can be a sweet, healthy meal for school lunch

Anna Puccinelli
April 10, 2013

Feeling guilty about my love for carbohydrates before this summer season has led me to feed my cravings with organic, low calorie paleo bread. The trending paleo diet consists of eating nuts, fruits, vegetables...

Chop scallions before combining them with salt, pepper, olive oil and garlic powder.

A different twist on Southern shrimp and grits

Anna Puccinelli
April 3, 2013

Grits are a versatile food-their mild taste and soft texture deftly serve as a vehicle for proteins and mix-ins, which elevate grits from ordinary to divine. Shrimp and grits is a traditional Southern...

After letting the sugar water mix sit overnight in the refrigerator, pour into a sizable glass with ice and whisky or bourbon. Alternative serving glassware could be silver or pewter cups.

Cool Mint Juleps to help freshen up on a warm day

Anna Puccinelli
April 1, 2013

After many hours in the warm sun and intense betting on the racehorses, Kentucky Derby fans refresh themselves at the races with the popular whiskey beverage called the Mint Julep. In only two days, the...

Create fun Easter chicks with deviled eggs

Anna Puccinelli
March 20, 2013

Easter excitement includes children hunting for Easter eggs and many kids stuffing themselves full of eggy sweets and appetizers - such as deviled eggs - before dinner is ready. Deviled eggs are both an...

Sacramento State has many breakfast options for students

Anna Puccinelli
March 6, 2013

A hearty breakfast is the best incentive to get me out of my warm bed when I have a date with school in those painfully early hours. When I have time, I enjoy waking up to a hot cup of coffee and a yogurt,...

One of Uncle Vito’s most popular pizzas is the pesto with slices of tomatoes on top.

Staff pick: Uncle Vito’s Slice of NY

Anna Puccinelli
February 27, 2013

There is nothing not to love about pizza; It tastes good hot or cold, for breakfast or dinner, or to satisfy drunk munchies. My mouth waters at the thought of that first bite of cheesy, greasy pie-shaped...

Beat together the eggs and sugar until you create a light fluffy texture.

Have a slice of rich, coffee-flavored tiramisu to brighten your day

Anna Puccinelli
February 27, 2013

I have heard the common saying, “coffee makes the world go around,” but in my opinion, coffee-flavored dessert makes my world go around. Those like myself, who also go crazy for fluffy cheesecake,...

Quick and easy breakfast inspired by the film ‘V for Vendetta’

Anna Puccinelli
February 24, 2013

Egg in a basket is an easy-to-make breakfast dish and is great for those who are in a hurry in the morning. This dish, which was featured in the 2005 film “V for Vendetta,” is a slice of fried bread...

The menu, which consists of baked spaghetti, cooked asparagus and a beam and seven, is inspired by Quentin Tarantinos Oscar nominated film Django Unchained.

Try this spaghetti western dinner inspired by ‘Django Unchained’

Anna Puccinelli
February 22, 2013

Quentin Tarantino does it again. By rewriting history in his revenge film “Django Unchained,” he takes us through the heinous horrors of slavery in the Deep South, in the most vivid, brutal and artistic...

French onion soup cooked by State Hornet food reporter Anna Pucinelli

Hearty French onion soup inspired by ‘Les Miserables’ and ‘Amour’

Anna Puccinelli
February 20, 2013

A strong French presence in this year’s nominated films, “Les Miserables” and “Amour” made me think of recipes to enhance the enjoyment of my Oscar partygoers. Popular in France, Soupe a Loignon,...

These salty and sweet treats will make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for a friend or loved one.

Easy-to-make pretzel buttons

Anna Puccinelli
February 13, 2013

A sweet and salty combination is always a hit, whether it is trail mix or salted hot chocolate. In spirit of Valentine’s Day, make a tasty, savory homemade snack called pretzel buttons. These pretzel...

Staff pick: Bonn Lair

Anna Puccinelli
February 13, 2013

A small, mellow pub called Bonn Lair is tucked in the heart of midtown; its slogan is “Bringing a taste of Europe to Sacramento.” This restaurant and bar attracts a younger crowd of people through...

Hornet food reporter Anna Puccinelli seals the roll like you would an envelope.

Easy snack recipes for the Super Bowl

Anna Puccinelli
January 30, 2013

With Super Bowl Sunday just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about those tasty finger-licking snacks that’ll keep your guests satisfied at your party. Here are three simple and delicious...

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