Figs with Champagne Sabayon

Every now and then, unbelievably, there is champagne left over from a party or pre-dinner drink.  Just one cup is all you need to make this very elegant dessert that comes together in minutes.  A dollop of the soft, airy Sabayon highlights the flavors of ripe figs, blushing peaches or any fruit in season.

 

Fig with Champagne Sabayon

Fig with Champagne Sabayon

Ingredients

  • Serves 6
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 100 g sugar
  • 1 cup (250 ml) champagne
  • 4 large, ripe figs

Instructions

  1. Place the eggs, sugar and wine in a large stainless steel bowl over simmering water and whisk 2-4 minutes.
  2. Once the mixture is creamy and light in color, remove from from heat and allow the Sabayon to cool.
  3. Slice the figs in quarters and place in bowls or glasses.
  4. When ready to serve, replace the bowl of Sabayon over simmering water and whisk several minutes to reheat and increase the volume. Spoon over figs and serve.
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