Tiramisu

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the egg yolks and sugar until thick and pale yellow (about 8 minutes).
2. 2
   Fold the mascarpone into the eggs until thoroughly incorporated and smooth.
3. 3
   GENTLY fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.
4. 4
   Dont whip air into the mixture; it should be creamy and smooth.
5. 5
   Mix the coffee and brandy (or milk) in a medium bow.
6. 6
   Quickly dip the 21 of the lady fingers into the coffee mixture one at a time and place them in the bottom of a 9x14 dish, spread half of the mascarpone mixture on the lady fingers.
7. 7
   Sprinkle half the cocoa powder on top with a fine mesh strainer.
8. 8
   Repeat the process with remaining ladyfingers, cheese and cocoa.
9. 9
   Cover the dish and refrigerate for several hrs before serving.
10. 10
    Garnish with shaved chocolate before serving.