"Agree with smusplotch. After reading some reviews, I made about 2/3 less of the frosting than the recipe called for. It turned out to be more than enough for the cake batter. Also, I thought the batter was way too oily. I mean, afterwards, when I lined them all up on paper towels, there was a huge ring under each. I don't think a cupcake should ha""

"I just got back from Italy and this recipe-- if followed carefully and correctly--is absolutely wonderful and as close to real Italian cooking as I've ever gotten. Yes, it does seem like Anne was very liberal with the salt, but mine has never come out too salty. You need to salt at longer intervals and taste in between. Tasting in between is the o""