Eat Dessert First
Cheers to the New Year! Because 2021 often seemed like 2020 Part Deux, we’re celebrating the arrival of 2022 by focusing on the present. No looking back. And while we think resolutions to live a healthier life are great, we also believe in the saying, “Life is short, eat dessert first!” Keeping that in mind, we’re serving up recipes for lighter or more nutritious desserts that you can enjoy without feeling guilty. (Except maybe that last one!)
• Pavlova •
with Mixed Berries This airy meringue topped with fresh fruit and low-fat topping still satisfies the sweet tooth and pairs very nicely with a glass of rosé, like the Gerard Bértrand - Coté des Roses on the opposite page. INGREDIENTS:
2 large egg whites 1 /2 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. cornstarch 1 /2 tsp. white vinegar 1 /2 tsp. vanilla
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ELEGANT ISLAND LIVING
FOR TOPPING:
paper; set aside. In a large bowl
to touch (inside of meringue will
(NOTE: You can substitute Cool Whip Lite for lighter topping, if desired) 2 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 c. plain, nonfat Greek yogurt 1 /2 c. confectioners sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 3 c. fresh mixed berries
using an electric mixer, beat egg
be soft). Remove from oven and
whites until soft peaks form.
cool on a wire rack for 1 hour or
Combine granulated sugar and
until completely cooled. For cream
cornstarch and gradually add to egg
topping: In a medium-sized bowl,
whites, one tablespoon at a time.
cream together cream cheese
Beat until stiff peaks form, about 6
and yogurt until smooth. Add
to 8 minutes, scraping down mixing
confectioners sugar and 1 tsp.
bowl halfway through beating time.
vanilla and beat until smooth. Slice
Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a large
Add vinegar and /2 tsp. vanilla and
strawberries (if using) and toss with
cookie sheet with parchment
beat to combine. Drop 12 equal
other berries in small bowl. Top
spoonfuls of batter onto parchment
each pavlova with about 2 1/2 Tbsp.
paper, 1" apart. Bake approximately
cream topping and about 1/4 c.
30 minutes or until firm and dry
berries and serve.
PREPARATION:
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