Day-Old Cake with Fresh Stewed Fruits and Zabaglione

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   Fruit: In separate saucepans, lightly stew the berries with 2 tablespoons of sugar each, just until they begin to give off their juices.

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   Cool and reserve.

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   Zabaglione cream: Bring water to a simmer in the bottom of a double boiler.

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   Off the heat, in a heatproof bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are smooth and lemon colored.

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   Set the bowl over the simmering water and, whisking constantly, slowly add the sugar.

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   As the eggs begin to thicken, gradually add the Marsala and continue to whisk for about 20 minutes, until the zabaglione coats the back of a spoon.

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   If the mixture begins to curdle, remove the bowl from the heat and whisk in a little cold heavy cream.

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   Beat vigorously.

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   Cool the mixture over ice water.

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    Cover with a sheet of plastic placed directly on the surface of the cream.

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    Refrigerate.

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    To assemble: Fold the whipped cream into the zabaglione mixture; do not overblend.

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    Place the cubed cake onto a deep platter and smother with the berries.

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    Allow to rest for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.

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    Liberally sprinkle with cinnamon and cocoa and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.