Homemade Cannoli

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   Special equipment: cheesecloth and a large piping bag fitted with a large tip

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   Place a piece of cheesecloth in a strainer and hang it over a bowl.

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   Add the ricotta to the strainer and cover it with a bit more cheesecloth.

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   Place a small plate over the top of the ricotta and weigh it down with a large can of tomatoes or anything heavy.

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   Let it strain in the fridge overnight.

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   In a large bowl, add the strained ricotta, powdered sugar, candied orange peel and vanilla.

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   Stir everything so it's all well mixed.

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   Add the filling to a large piping bag fitted with a large tip.

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   Pipe the filling into the cannoli shells and dip each end in the mini chocolate chips.

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    Sprinkle over some powdered sugar.

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    Serve right away for best-tasting cannolis.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.