Caramelized Fresh Pineapple Tiramisu

Name: Caramelized Fresh Pineapple Tiramisu
Yield: Makes 12 Servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water; 6 tablespoons freshly ground French roast coffee (about 1 1/2 ounces); 3 tablespoons black tea leaves (scant 1/2 ounce); 3 tablespoons Cognac or other brandy; 8 large egg yolks; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 6 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 8-ounce containers mascarpone cheese*; 2 tablespoons Cognac or other brandy; 4 large egg whites; 4 cups 1/4- to 1/3-inch cubes cored peeled fresh pineapple (from 1 large); 1/4 cup sugar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 4 3-ounce packages soft ladyfingers (sponge-cake variety); Grated bittersweet chocolate; Thin fresh pineapple triangles for garnish (optional)

By Pichet OngPhotographer Pornchai Mittongtare

August 31, 2007

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