1. Tiramisu 2. Classic Italian Tiramisu 3. Ingredients: 6 large egg yolks 3/4 cup white sugar 2/3 cup milk 1 1/4 cups heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup mascarpone cheese 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled 2 tablespoons rum or brandy (optional) 2 packages (3 ounces each) ladyfinger cookies 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 ounce semisweet chocolate, grated (optional) Directions: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until well blended. Whisk in the milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils. Boil gently for 1 minute, then remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Cover tightly and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth. Gently fold in the chilled egg yolk mixture until well combined. Then fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy. In a small bowl, combine the cooled coffee and rum or brandy (if using). Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, making sure not to soak them, and arrange them in a single layer in a 9x13-inch dish. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat the process with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture. Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with unsweetened cocoa powder and sprinkle with grated chocolate if desired.