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Sicilian Cassata

Courses: Dessert
Serves: 9 people

Recipe Ingredients

3 tablespoons 45mlDark rum or amaretto
1 tablespoon 15mlOrange-flavored liqueur
3/4 cup 82g / 2.9ozMixed candied fruit - chopped
3/4 cup 177mlWhipping cream
1   French vanilla ice cream - slightly softened
1/2 cup 73g / 2.6ozPistachio nuts - chopped
1/2 cup 73g / 2.6ozCoarsely chopped semisweet chocolate
  Whipped cream and candied cherries - for garnish (opt.)

Recipe Instructions

1. Combine rum, liqueur, and candied fruit in a small bowl; set aside for at least half an hour.

2. Meanwhile, line a 2-quart loaf pan or mold with a large piece of plastic wrap, pressing it well into the corners. In a medium bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks.

3. Spoon softened ice cream into a large bowl; fold in rum-fruit mixture, pistachio nuts, and chocolate. Gently fold in whipped cream.

4. Pour into plastic-lined pan. Tap the pan against a cutting board several times to fill the corners. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze overnight.

5. To serve, invert the pan on a chilled platter. Lift off the pan and remove the plastic wrap. Garnish cassata with whipped cream rosettes, candied cherries, or a light dusting of cocoa (if desired). Cut into slices.

Source:
the California Culinary Academy

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