Tiramis, Ham Steak with Red-Eye Gravy | Cuisinart EM-500 instruction

3.Once milk/cream mixture comes to a simmer, add the milk/sugar mixture and stir until fully combined. While still set over medium/medium-low heat, stir continuously until mixture boils and thickens so that it can coat the back of a spoon (this will take about 15 minutes, depending on the stove being used).

4.Remove pan from heat, stir in pectin, strain and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

5.Whisk mixture together again before pouring into the ice cream maker. Pour the mixture into the mixing bowl of the Cuisinart¨ Ice Cream Maker. Mix until thickened, about 30 minutes. The gelato will have a soft, creamy texture. If a firmer consistency is desired, transfer to an airtight container and place in freezer for about 2 hours. Remove from freezer about 15 minutes before serving.

mascarpone, 1Ú3 at a time, until completely incorporated.

2.In a shallow bowl, mix the espresso with the remaining 2 tablespoons of rum. Working with one ladyfinger at a time, dip the cookie into the espresso, soaking each side for a few seconds, and transfer to 9-inch square baking pan or dish. Repeat with 13 more of the ladyfingers, arranging in the bottom of the dish to cover the entire surface. It should be a tight fit.

3.Evenly spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers, covering the entire surface. Dip the remaining ladyfingers and arrange over the cream. Spread an even layer of the remaining mascarpone mixture on top. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 6 hours.

4.Before serving, pour the cocoa powder into a small strainer and dust over the top of the tiramisu.

Tiramis•

A simple variation of the Italian classic.

Makes 9 servings

1container (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese, room temperature

1cup chilled heavy cream

¼cup plus 2 tablespoons confectionersÕ sugar

2tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark rum, divided

1½ cups brewed espresso, cooled

28 Savoiardi (crisp Italian ladyfingers)

¼cup unsweetened cocoa powder, for garnish

1.Beat the mascarpone in a medium bowl using a Cuisinart¨ hand mixer until lightened and slightly whipped. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks, adding in the confectionersÕ sugar a little at a time while whipping. Add 1 teaspoon of the rum and whip briefly to incorporate. Gently fold the whipped cream into the

Ham Steak with

Red-Eye Gravy

A twist on the Southern breakfast staple.

Serve alongside biscuits and grits.

Makes 2 servings

1teaspoon oil

17-ounce smoked ham steak, ¼-inch thick ½ cup brewed espresso

1teaspoon granulated sugar

1tablespoon unsalted butter, chilled

1.Put the oil into a 10-inch skillet and place over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmers, add the ham steak. Cook until browned, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Remove ham to a plate and set aside.

2.Add the coffee to the skillet and stir with a wooden spoon, scraping up any bits on the bottom of the pan. Stir in the sugar to dissolve. Simmer the coffee until it has

EM-500 specifications

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