Limoncello Zabaglione with Berries
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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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18 Strawberries -- cut in half
5 Egg yolks
1 Whole egg
½ cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup Limoncello
2 tablespoons heavy cream -- optional
"Zabaglione (pronounced za-bal-YO-nay) is one of the richest yet surprisingly light traditional Italian desserts. It’s generally made using Marsala wine, but wait until you taste it made with Limoncello! No matter what the weather is like outside, the bright lemon flavor of Limoncello will transport you right to the sunny skies of the Amalfi coast. I like to spoon it over strawberries or fresh figs, depending on the season, and eat it while it’s still warm. Warm or chilled, this is an elegant, yet easy-to-prepare dessert. For an added creaminess, you can whisk in a couple of tablespoons of heavy cream. Either way, you’ll love this Italian favorite.” - Claire Criscuolo
Divide the strawberries among 6 wine glasses. Place a metal or Pyrex bowl over a large pot of water to make sure the bowl fits securely and the bottom doesn’t touch the water. Remove the bowl and bring the water to a simmer over medium heat.
Place the egg yolks, whole egg and sugar in the bowl. Whisk together for about 3 minutes, until pale yellow and well-blended. Carefully, place the bowl over the simmering water. Whisk continuously for about 10 minutes, or until the mixture coats the back of the spoon. Add the Caravella Limoncello and whisk continuously for about 10 minutes, or until the mixture is the consistency of a medium-thick pastry cream. If you are using the heavy cream, whisk it in now, until blended. Carefully, remove the bowl from the heat. Spoon the zabaglione over the berries in the wine glasses. Serve immediately or chilled.
Serves 6.
Description:
"Claire Criscuolo, Claire's Corner Copia, New Haven, CT"