True Taste of Italy

Zabaglione (Italian Egg Custard) is classic Italian custard flavored with sweet wine and served warm or cold.  It is often served over a slice of Ciambellone or fresh fruit fruit such as fragole (strawberries) or pesche (peaches).

Ingredients for Zabaglione:

• 4 egg yolks
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 4 tablespoons marsala wine
• Pinch of orange zest

Directions for Zabaglione:

• Fill bottom half of double boiler with enough water so that top pan does not touch water (otherwise, custard will become lumpy when cooked.)  Place on stove and simmer.
• Combine egg yolks, sugar, and marsala wine in top saucepan.  Whisk until ingredients blend well and texture is smooth.
• Place top pan in bottom pan of simmering water.  Continue whisking until custard is light and foamy, about 7 minutes.  Stir in orange zest and serve immediately.

Serves 4.