Port Sabayon with Grapes

Difficulty:
1/5

Ease of Preparation: Medium

Yield: 4 servings

 

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) tawny port
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 4 tablespoons (60 ml) water
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) powdered sugar
  • ½ cup (120 ml) chilled whipped cream
  • 3-4 cups (710-950 ml) halved grapes

 

Method:

Fill a medium pot about halfway with water, then heat to a simmer. Prepare a large bowl with ice and water for an ice bath.

In a medium heat proof mixing bowl that is just wider than the medium pot, whisk to combine the egg yolks, port, water, and sugar

Place the bowl over the not-quite-simmering water and whisk continuously for 4 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy and thickens.

Once thickened, place the bowl with the egg mixture directly into the ice bath and continue to whisk until the sauce cools, about 3 minutes.

Press plastic wrap directly to surface of the sauce to prevent a skin from forming.

To Serve:

Whip the chilled cream to stiff peaks.

Layer or fold in the sliced grapes and transfer to serving dishes.

Give the chilled Sabayon a quick stir and spoon out on top of grapes and whipped cream. Serve immediately.