Stuffed Breads

[DonnaMarieNJ]

Does anyone know where I can purchase good stuffed breads in the Bloomfield/Montclair/Livingston/ East Hanover area? I would like to cut the breads into slices and serve for Christmas as one of my appetizers.

Thanks!

[Cook456]

Gina's on Walnut Street in Montclair has wonderful breads

[pnapoli]

this is a bit out of your way, but probably worth it: Vitamia's in Lodi makes an amazing italian sausage bread. they also offer many other italian specialties (notably a large selection of excellent ravioli, pasta and sauces). the folks are so friendly, too.

[Cook456]

this is a bit out of your way, but probably worth it:  Vitamia's in Lodi makes an amazing italian sausage bread.  they also offer many other italian specialties (notably a large selection of excellent ravioli, pasta and sauces). the folks are so friendly, too.

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Had their Pumpkin Ravioli as an appetizer on Thanksgiving.. Excellent!

[DonnaMarieNJ]

Thank you! I just LOVE pumpkin ravioli. I, too, have served it for Thanksgiving as an appetizer. I don't know much about Lodi, but I have a friend in Bergen County who may know....

Thanks again!

[Cook456]

Thank you!  I just LOVE pumpkin ravioli.  I, too, have served it for Thanksgiving as an appetizer.  I don't know much about Lodi, but I have a friend in Bergen County who may know....

Thanks again!

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Actually the store is in Garfield.

Vita Mia

Harrison St ( or Ave)

Garfield, NJ

[NJ2FLA]

I am pretty sure there is a stuffed bread place on Broad Street in Bloomfield. It's across the street from Brookside Thai and the Village Cupboard deli. I am not sure if they are still in business.

[lcdm]

Vitiellos Bakery in Nutley has some stuffed breads. I don't know if they have varieties by schedule or just what they feel like making. I'm sure you could pre-order. I've had sausage, eggplant, spinach, pepperoni, pizza. All were very good. You could also buy the dough and make them yourself, it's not hard, but it is "one" more thing to do on a busy day.

[DonnaMarieNJ]

The one in Bloomfield WAS called Garfield Stuffed Breads. I called them last week and their number has been disconnected. That was my first choice.

[tkrongold]

Vita Mia's has great stuffed breads. You might also want to try the new Celantano's store in Livingston (not sure if they have them, but you never know).

[jim07044]

Anyone know where in NJ one can buy Kris Kringle bread ... it's shaped like a wreath with white icing ... I think it's an almond-based sweet bread ...

[Cook456]

Vita Mia's has great stuffed breads.  You might also want to try the new Celantano's store in Livingston (not sure if they have them, but you never know).

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When you leave Vita Mia, take the cross street ( Charles Street) down to Passaic Ave. On the corner is d'Anna's I'm sure they have it..

[Anonymouze]

Is there any good "stuffed" bread places North of Paramus? Thanks.

God, now I'm craving fresh home-made kourambiedes? (spelling may be close heh...) another good holiday treat, if you know a place for them too I'd appreciate it also, thanks.

[DonnaMarieNJ]

OK, I give up. What is kourambiedes?

[Anonymouze]

OK, I give up.  What is kourambiedes?

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Here is the recipe from a site:

Title: Kourambiedes

Categories: Cookies, Greek

Yield: 50 servings (that's enough for 3 HUNGRY people trust me here!)

1 c Sweet butter

1/2 c Powdered sugar

1 ea Egg yolk

2 tb Brandy or Cognac, (optional)

1 ts Almond extract

1 ts Vanilla extract

1 ts Baking powder

2 1/4 c Sifted cake flour; (or more)

3/4 c Ground almonds; toasted

1 lb Powdered sugar; sifted

In electric mixing bowl, whip the sweet butter until

it is fluffy and white. Continuing to beat on medium

speed, gradually add the 1/2 cup powdered sugar, egg

yolk, and flavorings. Meanwhile, sift the baking

powder with the flour and gradually add to the batter,

mixing by hand and working the flour thoroughly into

the mixture before adding more. Mix in ground

almonds. Knead until a soft, buttery dough is formed

that will stay together when a little is rolled in the

palms of your hands. Break off pieces slightly larger

than a walnut, then roll into balls, half-moons, or

S-curves. Place on cookie sheets allowing an inch

between each. Bake on the center rack of a 350-degree

oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden colored, not

chestnut. Remove from the oven and carefully lift

each Kourambie and place on a generous layer of sifted

powdered sugar. Immediately sift more powdered sugar

over to cover Kourambiedes. Allow to cool for 10 to

15 minutes before lifting and rolling to be sure they

are evenly coated. (Some folks add cloves I don't like hard things in my food! LOL)

here's another site/recipe for it!

http://www.christmas-joy.com/recipes/kourambied.htm

[Cook456]

OK, I give up.  What is kourambiedes?

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Here is the recipe from a site:

Title: Kourambiedes

Categories: Cookies, Greek

Yield: 50 servings (that's enough for 3 HUNGRY people trust me here!)

1 c Sweet butter

1/2 c Powdered sugar

1 ea Egg yolk

2 tb Brandy or Cognac, (optional)

1 ts Almond extract

1 ts Vanilla extract

1 ts Baking powder

2 1/4 c Sifted cake flour; (or more)

3/4 c Ground almonds; toasted

1 lb Powdered sugar; sifted

In electric mixing bowl, whip the sweet butter until

it is fluffy and white. Continuing to beat on medium

speed, gradually add the 1/2 cup powdered sugar, egg

yolk, and flavorings. Meanwhile, sift the baking

powder with the flour and gradually add to the batter,

mixing by hand and working the flour thoroughly into

the mixture before adding more. Mix in ground

almonds. Knead until a soft, buttery dough is formed

that will stay together when a little is rolled in the

palms of your hands. Break off pieces slightly larger

than a walnut, then roll into balls, half-moons, or

S-curves. Place on cookie sheets allowing an inch

between each. Bake on the center rack of a 350-degree

oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden colored, not

chestnut. Remove from the oven and carefully lift

each Kourambie and place on a generous layer of sifted

powdered sugar. Immediately sift more powdered sugar

over to cover Kourambiedes. Allow to cool for 10 to

15 minutes before lifting and rolling to be sure they

are evenly coated. (Some folks add cloves I don't like hard things in my food! LOL)

here's another site/recipe for it!

http://www.christmas-joy.com/recipes/kourambied.htm

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Yum, my mom made these all the time...

[rassele]

Anyone know where in NJ one can buy Kris Kringle bread ... it's shaped like a wreath with white icing ... I think it's an almond-based sweet bread ...

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If you're willing to order from out of state and have them shipped, this place is the BEST:

O&H Danish Bakery

[Anonymouze]

Yum,  my mom made these all the time...

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I am jealous... anyone making these? I'll spring for the ingredients and your time! LOL