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Old August 17th, 2005, 01:50 PM
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Default Canoli Pie

Cannoli Pie
A light pie with lots of cannoli flavor. A big success at holiday parties.
More or less cherries, almonds or chips maybe used according to taste. Prep
Time: approx. 15 Minutes. Ready in: approx. 3 Hours 15 Minutes. Makes 8 servings.

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1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds
1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries
1/4 cup miniature semisweet
chocolate chips
1 (9 inch) graham cracker crust


Directions
1 In a medium bowl, use a spoon to stir together the confectioners' sugar
and ricotta cheese until well blended. Fold in the almonds, cherries, and
chocolate chips. Spoon into the graham cracker crust. Freeze for 3 hours to set.
Remove from the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Refreeze any leftovers.
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