LEMON SABAYON
About 2 cups

Grand on a vanilla or lemon soufflé, an almond-flavored tart or cake, or berries.

Whisk together vigorously in the top of a double boiler off the heat until slightly thickened:

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • ⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar

Whisking constantly, slowly add:

  • ¼ cup water
  • Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons strained lemon juice

Cook as for Zabaglione.

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