So now that we've introduced your taste buds to a plethora of Italian courses (Caprese Salad and Homemade Gnocchi and Tomato Sauce), let's switch to the sweet course! We chose the classic Italian dessert, Tiramisu. This recipe is from the Italian "Joy of Cooking", the Italian Food Bible... The Silver Spoon.
THE RECIPE:
2 egg whites
4 egg yolks
1 1/4 cups icing sugar
1 3/4 cups mascarpone cheese
1 pkg (7 ounces) ladyfingers
3/4 cup freshly brewed espresso (or strong coffee)
2 squares semisweet chocolate, grated (recipe called for 7 ounces semisweet chocolate, grated - this seemed like too much to us... but go with what feels good)
1. Whisk egg whites into stiff peaks.
2. Beat egg yolks with sugar in another bowl until pale and fluffy. Gently fold in the mascarpone, then the egg whites.
3. In a 9x9 pan, make a layer of ladyfingers and brush with espresso. Cover with a layer of the mascarpone cream mixture and sprinkle with grated chocolate (to cover cream layer).
4. Continue making layers until all the ingredients are used up, ending with a layer of mascarpone cream. Dust with the remaining grated chocolate.
5. Refrigerate for about 3 hours or more, if time permits.
Thus concludes our Italian adventure via food (and wine). It should be mentioned that this adventure began at approximately 4:30 PM on Thursday October the 13th... and ended at approximately 2:21 AM on Friday October the 14th. Dear readers, do not be discouraged - we'd say that's shorter than a flight to Italy, but now that we think about it, we're not so sure that it is...
Long story short, this epic Italian meal could probably be completed in half the time, if it weren't for wine, story ADHD and 147 pictures of food... but that's what made our Italian Feast so great! We're sure you'll find ways to make yours just as special - but hopefully, more time efficient!
Happy Eating!
Caroline and Jo
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