Muscat Zabaglione with Winter Fruits

1. 1

   Using a paring knife, peel the orange, removing all of the bitter white pith.

2. 2

   Working over a bowl, cut in between the membranes to release the orange sections.

3. 3

   Add the kiwis, banana and grapes.

4. 4

   Preheat the broiler.

5. 5

   In a medium saucepan, bring 2 inches of water to a boil over moderate heat.

6. 6

   Combine the egg yolks, Muscat and granulated sugar in a medium stainless steel bowl.

7. 7

   Using a handheld electric mixer, beat the egg yolk mixture until foamy.

8. 8

   Set the bowl over, but not touching, the boiling water and beat the mixture constantly at high speed until it is as thick as whipped cream, about 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Set the bowl in ice water and beat the zabaglione until cool, 2 to 3 minutes.

10. 10

    Arrange the fruit on 6 heatproof dessert plates and dollop the zabaglione on top.

11. 11

    Set 1 plate on a baking sheet and broil 3 inches from the heat until the zabaglione is browned, 5 to 10 seconds.

12. 12

    Repeat with the remaining plates.

13. 13

    Sift the confectioners' sugar lightly over the plates and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.