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Zeppole

By Melissa Kelly

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ZeppoleLara Ferroni

Melissa Kelly opened Primo, an Italian restaurant in Rockland, Maine, in 2000. She has since expanded with locations in Orlando and Tucson. This zeppole recipe is Kelly's guide to making the crispy, delicious dessert from Primo's menu at home. These zeppole can be served hot on their own, or alongside an espresso float with vanilla and chocolate gelato.

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