Watch Chef Annie Payton as she tells us about the 2 Sicilian ladies who inspired her love of arancini, also known as rice balls, while she shows us the long, detailed process of making these little orange balls of delight!
In this special episode of Annie’s Gourmet, Chef Annie Payton shares her heartfelt recipe for Sicilian Arancini—crispy, golden rice balls—while celebrating the friendships that inspired her love for Italian cooking. The episode is a tribute to Amici (Italian for “friends”) and the joy of making food together.
Annie is joined by her cherished Spanish Trail Country Club family, including her dear friend Katie Lystlund, Katie’s husband George, and longtime mentor Albert Steele. As they cook, sip wine, and laugh together, Annie reflects on the two Sicilian women who first taught her the beauty of arancini and the importance of sharing meals with loved ones.
🍚 What You’ll Learn:
How to make Arancini from scratch: rice, cheese, eggs, and breadcrumbs
Tips for perfect texture and flavor balance
Stories from Annie’s Italian-American upbringing and culinary journey
🍷 Wine Pairing: Chianti & Chardonnay provided by Spirits and Spice
📖 From her new cookbook: “Memories are Made Around the Dinner Table”
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