Zabaglione
A classic Italian dessert of egg yolks, sugar, and Marsala whisked over gentle heat into a warm, light custard.
Instructions
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Step 1
Fill the saucepan with about 3 cm of water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Set the heatproof bowl over the saucepan without letting its base touch the water.
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Step 2
Remove the bowl from the saucepan. Add the egg yolks and sugar, then whisk until pale, thick, and smooth.
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Step 3
Gradually whisk in the Marsala wine until the mixture is uniform.
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Step 4
Return the bowl to the saucepan and whisk continuously over the gently simmering water until the zabaglione triples in volume, holds soft ribbons, and reaches 71°C.
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Step 5
Remove the bowl from the heat, whisk for 30 seconds, and immediately divide the warm zabaglione among serving glasses.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: moderate
Heat the custard to 71°C while whisking continuously. Refrigerate any leftovers within 2 hours and consume within 1 day; the texture is best immediately after preparation.
Risk factors
- raw egg yolks before cooking
- alcohol remains after brief heating
- hot steam from the water bath