Linda's Tuoni Thunder Parfaits

1. 1

   Melt the sugar and the water together in a sauce pan, with the vanilla bean over very low heat.

2. 2

   When the sugar is all melted turn the heat to medium and bring to a boil and boil for 4 or 5 minutes making sure the sauce does not burn.

3. 3

   Off of the heat, add the cream being careful since it will boil up a bit.

4. 4

   Stir well and add the Tuaca Liquor.

5. 5

   The sauce should not be too thick.

6. 6

   Let cool off the heat while you put the parfaits together.

7. 7

   In 4 large parfait glasses layer a crushed amerettini, a tablespoon of Tuaca Thunder sauce and a big scoop of pecan ice cream, another crushed amerettini,another drizzle of Tuaca sauce, 1/4 cup chantilly cream and top off with a whole amerettini cookie.

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   Serve with a strong shot of espresso and a few good friends.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.