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Charisse
 
Home Town: Woodbridge, Virginia, USA
Living In: Marina, California, USA
Member Since: Feb. 2009
Cooking Level: Expert
Cooking Interests: Baking, Asian, Mexican, Italian, Southern, Nouvelle, Dessert
Hobbies: Scrapbooking, Hiking/Camping, Biking, Walking, Photography
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About this Cook
I have been interested in the culinary field from about the age of 10 when I would watch Jeff Smith, Julia Child and Martin Yan on PBS. Over the decades I have honed my culinary skills but have found that there is always room for more knowledge and new techniques. Currently I specialize in pastries and European artisan cakes,which I create for friends and family. I am eagerly anticipating the day when I can earn and display my pastry certificate. Until that time comes, I will continue to self educate.
Recipe Reviews 1 review
Tiramisu II
This is truly a fantastic recipe! I've finally completed my search for the most decadent Tiramisu. I agree, at the very least, DOUBLING the espresso/liquor mixture. Using the Savoiardi ladyfingers(DO NOT SPLIT), I dipped them in the liquid 3/4 of the way(sugar side up)and immediately flipped them over and placed them sugar side down. That way the liquid soaks down into the last 1/4 of the finger and decreases the risk of over-soaking. These little buggers can get soggy quite quickly. For every layer I would assess the moisture content of the fingers and add, drop by drop, more espresso onto the portions that didn't soak up initially. There should only be a few spots here and there. You can always add more but you can't take it away. And who wants soggy Tiramisu? Bring the Marscapone to room temp before incorporating into the cooled egg mixture. There will be less of an opportunity for lumps. Also give the occasional stir to the egg mixture as it cools in the fridge. For the cream, I folded the two initial mixtures together into one homogeneous one. It then became the perfect balance of weight and creaminess. I agree with the other reviewers who stated that this dessert is best after a couple of days. I tasted it at intervals and it appears that time is definitely needed for the flavors to mingle and marry. To fully develop and bloom. This recipe is a keeper and will absolutely NOT disappoint!

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Reviewed On: Feb. 17, 2009
 
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