Mocha Semifreddo

Name: Mocha Semifreddo
Ingredients: 4 ounces amaretti cookies, about 20; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 3/4 cup sugar; 8 large egg yolks; 1/3 cup espresso; 2 tablespoons dry marsala wine; 1 pinch salt; 1 cup heavy cream

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Ingredients

4 ounces amaretti cookies, about 20
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup sugar
8 large egg yolks
1/3 cup espresso
2 tablespoons dry marsala wine
1 pinch salt
1 cup heavy cream

Directions

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["spray 9X5X3 metal loaf pan with cooking spray.", "line the pan with plastic wrap with excess over the sides.", "finely grind the cookies in a food processor.", "add the melted butter and process until crumbs are moistened and press into bottom of loaf pan, refridgerate.", "set a double boiler or sauce pan up with water and heat to a simmer.", "whisk 1/2 cup of sugar, egg yolks, espresso, marsals and salt into a large metal bowl or the top of a double boiler.", "set bowl over simmering water.", "whisk egg mixture until thick and reaches a temp of 160.", "set custard in a bowl of ice to cool completely.", "beat cream and remaining sugar in another bowl till soft peaks form.", "fold whipped cream into custard.", "spoon into crust and freeze at least 8 hours and up to 3 days.", "invert onto platter and cut into 1\" slices.""