“It’s a good idea always to do something relaxing prior to making an important decision in your life.” —Paulo Coelho, The Pilgrimage
Ever have one of those days when you feel a little worn out? Maybe the project you’re working on needs a reboot, nothing seems to land no matter how long you look at it, or your energy just isn’t clicking with the universe 😮💨✨?
100% okay. Let the day be imperfect. Give yourself some grace and step away for a little bit. Journal, paint, or indulge in whatever interest brings you calm.
I decided to make tiramisu. Sweet but not too sweet. An Italian dessert stacked with layers of yumminess.
Tira — pull
Mi — me
Su — up
And there you have it. Every now and then, take it easy 🤎
Tiramisu video & a very good recipe from @zaynab_issa
INGREDIENTS
3 large, fresh, pasteurized eggs, separated
500g mascarpone
1/2 tsp diamond crystal kosher salt
2/3 cup sugar
7oz ladyfingers
1 cup very good, strong coffee
1-2 Tbsp cocoa powder
METHOD
Add egg yolks, mascarpone, and salt to a medium bowl and mix to combine. This is easiest if the mascarpone is at room temp.
Beat egg whites in a large bowl with electric beaters or in the bowl of a stand mixer on medium-high. When the the whites begin to get frothy, gradually stream in the sugar. Continue mixing until stiff peaks form and the sugar has completely dissolved, about 3-5 minutes. Add yolk mixture to egg whites and fold until completely incorporated.
Dip each lady finger into the coffee and place in an even layer in the bottom of a 8.5x10.5 inch dish. Add 1/2 the mascarpone mixture over top and spread in an ever layer. Repeat one more time to use all the coffee, biscuits, and cream. Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight.
Dust with cocoa powder and serve.
♡ 🍨 ☕️
And just because @nasa creeps into my feed sometimes—Mars in beautiful tiramisu colors:
