Tiramisu

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl, combine egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon espresso, and cognac.
2. 2
   Beat mixture with a beater until foamy (2-3 minutes).
3. 3
   Add cheese and mix 3-5 minutes until mixture is very smooth.
4. 4
   In a large bowl combine egg whites with 1/8 teaspoon of sugar and beat until stiff.
5. 5
   Gently fold mascarpone mixture into whites.
6. 6
   Set aside.
7. 7
   Pour 1 cup espresso into shallow bowl.
8. 8
   Dip each ladyfinger quickly on both sides into espresso.
9. 9
   Arrange a layer of 6-7 ladyfingers in bottom of a decorative serving bowl.
10. 10
    Spread 1/3 mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers.
11. 11
    Continue layering, finishing with the mascarpone mixture.
12. 12
    Sift cocoa over top and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.