Amaretto Semifreddo with Chocolate Sauce
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
- 6 ounces amaretti cookies, crushed (about 2 1/2 cups)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- In a medium stainless-steel bowl, whisk the eggs with the sugar and amaretto liqueur.
- Set the bowl over a large saucepan of simmering water and whisk constantly until the mixture turns bright yellow and thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Do not let the eggs get too hot or they will scramble.
- Remove the bowl from the heat and continue whisking for a few minutes to cool the mixture slightly.
- Set aside and let cool to room temperature, then fold in the amaretti.
- In a large stainless-steel bowl, beat the cream to soft peaks.
- Fold the cream into the egg mixture.
- Spoon the semifreddo into an airtight container, cover with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 6 hours or up to 5 days.
- Remove the semifreddo from the freezer and let stand at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to soften slightly.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the chocolate over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Scoop the semifreddo into flutes or parfait glasses, drizzle with the melted chocolate and serve.
eggs, sugar, liqueur, amaretti cookies, heavy cream, bittersweet chocolate
Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/amaretto-semifreddo-with-chocolate-sauce (may not work)