Cherry Mousse

* Exported from MasterCook *

CHERRY MOUSSE

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Fruits Desserts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 lg Eggs, Separated
1/2 c Sugar
1/4 c Plus 2 Tbls Water
3 1/2 pt Heavy (Whipping) Cream
3 1/2 c Tart Or Sweet Cherries,
-Pureed

This is a different kind of mousse that I hope that you will enjoy.

Place the whites in the refrigerator and the yolks in a large stainless
steel bowl and set aside.

In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Mix until dissolved and
place on high heat. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. When clear and the sugar is
completely dissolved, remove from the heat and quickly whisk into the egg
yolks. With a had mixer, beat this mixture on high speed for for 5 to 8
minutes or until stiff and shiny. Set aside.

whyip the cream until stiff peaks form and set aside. Whip the egg whies
to form stiff peaks and set aside.

Add the pureed cherries to the egg yolk mixture and blend well. Fold in the
whipped crea and then the egg whites. Pour into individual serving dishes
or a large bowl and quikcly refrigerate for at least 2 hours, longer if
possible. Serve with whipped cream or nuts as a garnish.

From The National Red Cherry Institute



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