World Nutella Day

Nutella is the brand name of a chocolate hazelnut spread. It is manufactured by an Italian company and was introduced on the market in 1963. The recipe was first developed in 1944 due to rationing of chocolate during the World War II. Nutella is now sold in over 75 countries and the formulation of Nutella differs by the country in which it is produced.  European countries use it extensively.  I was introduced to it in a crepe sold on the street in Paris. Incroyable!  Now I love it simply spread on toasted cinnamon swirl raisin bread. Yum!    Here's another way:    

 
          You can also try Giada's recipe for ravioli             http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/chocolate-hazelnut-ravioli-recipe/index.html