Cream with caramelized peach – crema pasticcera con pesche

A tasty dessert for a weekend or special occasion. It makes enough for 4 small bowls. I made it for my friends who came over Saturday night.

Ingredients:

2 peaches cut in half and peel them. Brush them with butter, sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.

5 yolks (organic and fresh)

one cup of organic sugar

a spoon of Brandy, or Marsala or Martini

200 g of heavy cream whipped

Watch the video to see how to caramelize the peaches. You can put them on a grill until they get soft and caramelized. Set on a side.

Place the eggs in a bowl to cook in a double boiler. Add the sugar. Keep whisking the eggs and sugar until it gets somewhat dense and double in size. It will take a while. I mean a while and your arm will be sore. It is like doing push ups. Add some Brandy or whatever you chose to. Add some organic zest. Once it is ready (this is crucial) place the bowl on a bigger bowl full of ice. Set to cool off.

When the cream is cooled off, slowly add the whipped cream. Move without whisking the cream. Place in the refrigerator to cool off.

When you are ready to serve, warm up the peaches in the microwave. Place the cream in the small bowls and the peach on top. Sprinkle grated dark chocolate (90%) and serve.

Please watch the video to see the finishing touch. Enjoy!

Crema alle pesche