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Use Italian lady fingers also called Savoiardi, for the best results.
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You can use any kind of spirits or liqueurs in the dessert (marsala, vin santo, rum, brandy, Tia Maria, Frangelico, Amaretto) be guided by your own tastes.
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If you can't find mascarpone, use 8oz ricotta and double the amount of whipping cream.
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If you don't have an espresso maker, use strong black coffee.
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In a heavy pot, on medium-low heat, whisk together sugar and eggs until frothy.
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Continue whisking until mixture begins to thicken.
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Whisk in 1/4 cup marsala and continue to cook until mixture coats the back of a spoon.
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Scrape into bowl and reserve.
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Whip cream until it holds its shape.
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With same beaters, whisk mascarpone and lemon rind together until mixture softens.
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Fold in egg/marsala mixture and whipping cream.
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Combine espresso and remaining 2Tb marsala.
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Dip lady fingers into coffee mixture two at a time and soak evenly.
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Place a layer of lady fingers on bottom of 11x7 inch dish.
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Spread with half of the mascarpone creame.
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Sprinkle with grated chocolate.
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Add another layer of soaked lady fingers.
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Top with mascarpone cream and remaining chocolate.
