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We were business owners in Portland, OR, working about 80 hours a week. We had no time and lots of work. When we looked at Team National, we wanted the savings and more customers. With the premium package we bought more than 8 years ago, we are able to give all the benefits to our employees, kids, grandkids and eventually great grandkids. Our business saved $1850 in credit card processing alone. In fact, within 2 months, we had saved more than the cost of the package. We save on big things and little things every month. Our friends are important to us and we wanted them to save, also. We told a few people about Team National, and they haven’t stopped thanking us yet. The savings is great, but what changed our lives was the income earned from sharing this. In nine months we were able to hand our business over to our employees. We went from an 80 hour work week to, maybe, 10 hours weekly with Team National. We are saving thousands, earning thousands, helping people and having a blast. It doesn’t get any better than that! Patty Larsen
Patty Larsen is one of the most magical people I have ever met. Her devotion to help others to succeed is truly inspiring. Her compassion and empathy towards women and their struggles is raw and heart felt. I had the pleasure of meeting Patty earlier this year and instantly fell in love with her. After every meeting or phone conversation I feel lifted and energized. She gives me the feeling of hope. After just a short time of knowing Patty and her husband Jerry, I can safely call them family. I feel very fortunate to have this remarkable woman in my life. She came into my life right when I need her the most and everything she has done for me is greatly appreciated. I am beyond grateful this woman is a part of my life. Mande Moses
I joined Team National about 4 years ago. The main reason was to help build my real estate business. As a realtor, I am always looking for new ways to market myself. Team National has a Business Exchange where you can place your website for your traditional business on the Business Exchange page on the Team National website. After my first year in Team National, my real estate commissions were 4 TIMES what they were the year before. About 40% of my business that year was referral business from other Team National members. Team National members are awesome because we want to help each other. We are a TEAM – Together Everyone Achieves More! Paulette Davis
When I was thinking about joining TN, I was hesitant because of my previous history with the panic attacks and anxiety. Because I was off work so long I didn't feel that I would be able to call on people to show this business to. Most of the people I knew I hadn't talked to in over 5 years. Not really my 'warm' market. It was because of Patty & Jerry's promise to help me that I said I would take a leap of faith. I love them. I can honestly say that without their support I wouldn't be here today and an Independent Marketing Director. With the Success Club that Team National offers I am building my self esteem and confidence every day. Every day brings me closer and closer to my goals and dreams. Billie Mills
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Publisher’s Letter Happy Holidays! Can you believe that is going to be 2017! Wow! How time flies. I am so blessed to be featuring some amazing women in business. In this issue we have the fabulous Mimi Brown’ this cover woman is finding families their perfect home. Also, delicious holiday recipes, sound financial advice, beautiful unique jewelry, and more. Connect with us today! We welcome women business owners on a path to success! We feature Non-profits, women owned businesses, products, services and some great recipes. Share with your friends and stay connected! I want to extend my appreciation to all of the true Ultimate Woman that I have the privilege to work and grow with women as a community empowering each other for success. Thank you! Success and Smiles, Brittany Ann Parrish C.E.O. and Founder Ultimate Woman International
About the Publisher: Brittany has been a resident of Phoenix for 17 years. With 2 Children and 2 grandchildren, “yea you heard me right; grandma” And loving every minute of it; She has learned the art of working for yourself. Recently college graduated, with a degree in Business and Marketing, Brittany has accomplished building a business that supports women business owners locally and nationwide. Growing her business with adding: Events, Radio, Writing a Book and More, all while helping other women grow their businesses. She states that her favorite part of her business is connecting like-minded women business owners everywhere. Some of her hobbies include, hiking, running with her dogs, hanging with the family, traveling and; last but not least shopping. She is thankful for her faith, loving and supporting fiancé and family. Moto: Never, Never give up! Keep Charging forward and don’t let anything stop you; Learn it! Live it! Love it! Brittany:) Editor L. Simone ………………………………... IT Support Henry Mickens ………………………………... Publisher / Marketing Brittany Parrish …………………………………..
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Contents 6 Don’t miss the last night for Glendale Glitters
10 Meet cover woman 13 Rock your business into 2017
17 Spoil yourself
19 Preferred Service Directory 22 Delicious Holiday Recipes
26 Transform you’re your look Wishful chef
Special in this issue... Rock your business into 2017! Get to know some great women in business. Then check out some delicious holiday recipes, and Cover woman Mimi Brown; Fulfilling my clients dream one home at a time.. Also, featuring our community of women empowering each other for success!
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Meet Laurie Sherman Peace of mind and more. Laurie worked in the semiconductor industry for 27 years in both CA and AZ; is a licensed Realtor for nearly 25 years and recently promoted as the Regional Vice President of Five Rings Financial-Arizona. They are one of the leading financial services companies in Arizona that specifically focuses on working with everyday Middle Americans. She believes in always doing the right thing by her clients and putting their needs and priorities above all else! Laurie specializes in developing lifetime income streams that ensure no one will ever outlive from their retirement nest egg, or be placed in a position to have to spend every last dime of their hard earned retirement/savings in the case of a critical, chronic, terminal illness or critical injury. (Life insurance you don’t have to die to use) As a Facilitator, and Agent of Five Rings Financial-Arizona, Laurie has access to numerous carriers and products that offer Living Benefits and Lifetime Income all having the upside potential of the market with absolutely no downside risk. In addition, Laurie developed and runs Wine, Women and Wealth a very successful networking group for women whose vision is to educate and encourage all women to become comfortable with the basic concepts of money and personal finance. By building a community of women who desire to expand their knowledge about money and building wealth. She specializes in creating opportunities, income, security, wealth, tax reduction strategies, retirement savings preservation and legacy planning. Laurie Sherman, Regional Vice President I’d like to get to know more about you! 480-586-4235 www.FiveRingsArizona.com
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Hi, I’m Julie Ash, Accessory Stylist with Premier Designs, a highfashion jewelry company committed to enriching the lives of everyone we touch and to providing excellent service to each and every person we do business with. Whether it be through style shows in someone’s home, a casual lunch or dinner gathering, or a fundraiser, my business is about developing and fostering relationships and providing opportunities for women to find identity, achievement and success. Coupling fashion and financial rewards is a dream job for me and I look forward to the opportunity to serve you and your friends. Call me today to schedule a style show! I’d love to share the business opportunity with you – the opportunities are unlimited and the company puts its customers and stylists first. Check out my website: Julie Ash www.julieash.mypremierdesigns. com Text or call me at 703-371-8492 Ultimatewomaninternational.com
Cynthia discovered the world of network marketing a couple of years ago when a friend shared the business opportunity. The business was something she and her husband could work on together! They view it as a vehicle to establish financial security, retire younger and better than originally planned. Making awesome new friends and taking trips together has been fun. She determined that Nerium International was the right company. After all, Nerium's motto is "Make People Better." Cynthia has always been a believer in networking, continuing education and personal growth. She is an active church member and volunteers whenever needed. When Cynthia is not behind her desk, at a networking event or traveling, or with her dog Hannah. Focusing on looking younger, brighter eyes, and a better brain!" Cynthia Towne 480-603-6766 ctmed@q.com
Silvia Milliano is a mother of 3 kids, a wife, & has more then 15 years of teaching experience. She is currently working with her husband in the financial industry to promote education to families but also generations to come about "How money works"! There is a huge need out there that seems to be getting worse and one of the root issues that Silvia has discovered is the lack of education that is being offered to families. Not only will Silvia educate families but she will also give them the access to the best of the best to put a whole financial game plan together! Please Take the time to attend one of her seminars or schedule a one on one with her to see what education & products she offers.
Silvia Milliano People don't plan to fail, they just fail to plan! Call me today for more information 623-256-9398 Dec/ Jan 16/17
Making a difference in The lives of others!
I have always wanted to help others, and started out in the Day Care industry in 1968. I owned and operated the Cleveland Hill day Nursery School for 25 years. I moved on to work in the weight loss industry, When I moved to Arizona, I found LegalShield and started a new career. I love helping businesses and families have affordable, quality Legal and Identity Theft protection for a low monthly fee. My members have protection, peace of mind and live more and worry less. My husband and I are blessed that our son and his wife have given us twin grandsons who are the loves of our life. I help you worry less; and live more. Call me today to get your will in place and protect your family. Sharon Okonieski Legalshield.com/hub/shar 480-220-4697
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Pat Fehlhaber has a creative eye for the unusual so she formed her business in 2006. She has a degree in fashion merchandising. She has been a buyer and business owner in the fashion Industry over 25 years. Her passion is choosing and fashioning unusual pieces of beauty which people would be proud to own. The inspiration to market fashion, Peruvian, silverware and hand blown glass jewelry was created while working as a food bank staff member. Pat decided to marry her love of fashion with jewelry. She loves helping women feel beautiful and confident while expressing their personality as we are all unique. Visit her online store on her website www.uniquelyujewelry.com to see some of her creations. Brings the "WOW" to an outfit
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Meet cover woman Mimi Brown Mimi brown has been a real estate specialist in the Phoenix area since 2002. Originally from Mexico, she moved to Arizona with her husband and two children from the state of Iowa, where she lived for 14 years.
Mimi is a political science major from the lbero-americana University in Mexico City. Mimi fell in love with Arizona. Being a nature lover, she found the Sonoran Desert a place with many possibilities to enjoy, like hiking trails, running in the desert, and enjoying the great outdoors most of the year. Mimi Brown has a passion for people. Here friendly and warm personally is a welcoming element to her clients, in a time that can be stressful. She prides herself for making the real estate process from negotiation to closing a smooth one. Her ability to bring all parties to the table to collaborate on the transaction is key to the process. Her mission is to negotiate the best deal, whether on the sale of their current property or in the purchase of their perfect home. Mimi pays attention to her client’s needs to guide them and equip them with the right information so they can make the best decisions in their real estate transaction. Mimi has helped many individuals and families to fulfill their real estate needs. Her many years of practicing real estate have given her the experience and knowledge necessary to inspire her clients to refer their friends and families knowing that Mimi Brown will be their trusted advisor and advocate. I’d like to help you with your real estate needs... Ultimatewomaninternational.com
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Fulfilling the dreams of my clients; one home at a time! Testimony… My husband and I, as first time home buyers, were a little bit lost, we talked to a few agents, but Mimi was the only one that really guided us, she explained everything, answered to every question we had, she was very patient, and always work with our schedule. She is respectful but at the same time she makes you feel like you are her best friend and not just a client Mimi is an amazing real state agent and a wonderful person. Thank you for helping us to buy our first home!!! Yvriya and Ronen
Are you looking to purchase a home? I’m here to help. I service Phoenix and its surrounding areas, including Glendale, Peoria, Scottsdale and Surprise. Finding the right real estate agent is critical when you are searching for the perfect home. With more than a decade of experience in real estate in Phoenix and its surrounding cities, Mimi Brown is dedicated to and passionate about helping each and every one of her clients find the right home to meet their needs. Perhaps you would like a complimentary analysis from Mimi Brown of your home’s approximate present value. In this ever changing market values fluctuate often. Get an opinion of value from someone that knows the market. It’s easy to request, click on the link or contact Mimi Brown directly. www.mimibrownaz.com
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6 Small Business Ideas for Women. Isn’t it amazing to receive such valuable information that can change the dynamics of your business. I am excited to share these ideas that I hope will bring you great success in 2017. These days we women business owners are changing ourselves, our community and the World! So let’s take charge! I have put together these tips to help your with your finances, goals that will get results and maintain and grow your business.
Use a pre-paid card to pay bills. Many times we are not able to pay a business bill like a re-accruing subscription on time. And for this I recommend a Serve card. You can get one at any CVS and there is no fee to load it or re-load. Only a $5 Monthly fee. The good news is that you will not be caught -up paying high bank fees. Then keep track of the bill due date.
Do your research This one tip has saved me money and time. Before I buy something I will look at many places for different styles and price. In addition this also applies to people. Don’t be shy check out and learn more about the people you do business with.
Make a list and stick to it. I love this one! I make a list of everything! My to-do list and shopping. This really helps keep me on track.
Have a plan This by far has to be one of the most important ones! I believe this is a good way to gage your success on your goals. It will help you maintain and grow your business and keep you on track. Be sure to keep your plan close as you should refer to it frequently.
Find Like-minded women to work with. Even though you might be with several networking groups it is a good idea to be a part of a mastermind group. This can be a very small focus group of women that share your vision and mission and can bring in some new ideas and perspective on your growth and make some good connections.
Personal Development Take time for you. It is vital that you keep your mind, body and spirit in shape. Watching and listening to motivational material can kick start everyday to be a great day! Take care of yourself by eating right, exercise, reading, and resting. Your body and mind will thank you. I hope that these tips and ideas help take you to the next level of success. Success and Smiles Ann P.
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Transforming Contacts into Relationships: Building a Power Network
You’ve heard it everywhere –books, Blogs, Twitter, Workshops. If you want to grow your business, network, network, network. But what does that mean? Networking is more than the sum of your contacts – it’s the depths of your relationships. Here’s how to transform your contacts into relationships and build a power network. First, building a good network doesn’t happen overnight. It takes hard work, but the good news is it can be fun, too. Your network will be filled with creative, driven people. They will be a font of knowledge, experience and inspiration. They will become your biggest cheerleaders. Networking is more than passing out business cards. It is about forming strong connections with professionals who can help you grow your business. I call these power partners – those with whom you can form a mutually beneficial relationship. Get to know your power partners, then figure out how you can help them. Why? Because that’s how you earn their trust. Once you earn their trust, they’ll return the favor and figure out how to help you. Trust doesn’t magically happen – it takes time and consistency. Invest in people you enjoy spending time with. You must be genuine in your attempts. Trying to befriend everyone isn’t going to cut it. Be professional and caring. Yes, it is possible to be both, especially when you choose to power partner with people you enjoy being with and can learn from. Follow up. Be creative in the ways you keep in touch. Invite your colleagues to other networking meetings, schedule “coffee dates,” send emails just to say “Hello.” The good old fashioned phone call still works wonders. Bottom line, follow-up is essential in developing relationships and keeping them healthy. The goal is to build strong and meaningful (and mutually beneficial) relationships based on mutual respect.
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Wendy’s Tips Joining a network group isn’t enough. You have to be seen. And the quickest way to be seen is to volunteer. Hand out programs, guide people to their seats, tend bar. On the other hand, don’t spread yourself too thin. You can’t be the ambassador for every group you are invited to. Find groups filled with your target clients, groups that speak to you, and let the others go. You don’t want to be so busy attending functions you run out of time to actually do work.
Find a balance between networking and working. Some professionals see their networking as their social life – which is fine if it fits in with your business plan and your family life. Be honest and limit your groups if they become too much. To get the most out of networking 1) do it, and 2) do it strategically. Stretch your comfort zone and find two to three groups to attend and see the possibility for broader relationships. Once you find those groups, it is time turn those contacts into relationships.
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A Special thanks from us to God, Our Community of Women, Our Advertisers, Contributors, partners, and Readers for the support of this magazine. Established in 2013 we are proud to enrich, inspire and bring together women business owners making a difference in their community. Brittany is very passionate about helping women succeed. She connects, promotes and educates. When I think about women helping women, I think of Brittany Parrish. :)Lisa Bartholomew Bartholomew Graphics Ultimate Women's International owner and CEO Brittany Ann Parrish is fabulous to work with and brings marketing to a whole new level. I have been in her publication many times and it has brought me many new clients. I highly recommend taking an ad and improving your exposure. Deborah Petros Sun, Moon Stars Astrology I love Ultimate Women Entrepreneurs! Brittany always gives a pertinent business exercise that you can apply immediately to your business. She also helps promote all businesses that attend! There is such high energy and warmth in the room from all the members as we encourage and help each other grow our businesses due to Brittany's leadership. Each meeting has been worth my time to attend because of the education and contacts I have made. I wouldn't miss it! One of the best networking groups around. Pat Fehlhaber Uniquely U Jewelry ultimatewomaninternational.com
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Get your skill set on! As business owners we are “on our own” when it comes time for learning the necessary skills to build our business for success. So, where do we learn them from? I have found that it has been very beneficial to attend networking groups that incorporate education. In addition, armoring yourself with a variety of personal development can be of use too. Think about where you learn skills like your 30 second commercial, defining your why, how to build your referrals, your business backend, managing stress as an entrepreneur, building a team, and more. These are crucial to the success of you and your business. It can be overwhelming. Here are a few suggestions to keep you on track. 1. Hire out! Find professionals that can take the stress off of you doing everything. Most of the time it is just us being “Wonder Woman” wanting to be in control of everything. Consider utilizing professionals that can free up your time to do what you are best at. You will become more productive. 2. Be in income producing activity mode. Time management is key! 3. Work with like-minded individuals. 4. Find a mentor. If you find the right one, your sure to succeed!
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Preferred Service Directory Don’t you just love a great referral? A vital part of our business is providing Amazing service to your customers and clients. In fact, many long term business relationships are built this way. Also, it is a great way for others to keep you in mind for your type of business. Exposure is essential to your business. I am passionate about promoting with and partnering with women business owners that are persevering with a purpose. This directory is compiled of women that I personally recommend. Our community is comprised of women business owners that love what they do. We are growing and having fun. Just look who’s listed!
Health and Wellness
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Health Coach
Wine Tasting
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Elevate Your Health. Elevate Your Life. melissa@coachinguphealth.com Melissa Snow www.coachinguphealth.com phone: 480-323-5515
Fun, educational wine tastings with exclusive wines from around the world! Diana Pompa Wines for Humanity 602-826-0186
I bring the Wow to your outfit! Pat Fehlhaber Uniquely U Jewelry & Babykakes 2 602-576-5920 www.uniquelyujewelry.com uniquelyujewelry@hotmail.com
Business Services Graphics Get Noticed! Lisa A. Barholomew Bartholomew Graphics 602-434-5341 www.bartholomewgraphics.com
Virtual assistant Don’t Stress out hire a virtual assistant Rena Anderson 602-551-6026 bit.ly/yourvirtualassistant
Bookkeeping Let us rescue your books, so you can take care of your business! Leilani Griffiths 623-707-7208 www.peoriaaccountantcompanies.com
Legal Protection/ Identity Theft Helping others have protection and peace of mind so they can worry less and live more!!! Sharon Okonieski 480-220-4697.
Financial Advisor/ Services People don't plan to fail, they just fail to plan! Silvia Millano 623-256-9398 ultimatewomaninterntaional.com
This spot could be your! Ask me how… Brittany Ann Parrish 480-255-6459 bit.ly/areyouinternational I offer an array of services that empower women for success. Contact me for a free 15 min marketing consultation. Get on track and get the exposure you need today!
Personal Development Growth thru astrology Do you have a question that you would like answered? Deborah Petros 602-435-8916 Sun, Moon, Stars Astrology www.sunmoonstarrsastrology.com
Accessories Stylist Premier Designs Julie Ash www.julieash.mypremierdesigns.com 703-371-8492 julieashjems@gmail.com
Beauty Anti– Aging Focusing on looking younger, brighter eyes, and a better brain!" Cynthia Towne 480-603-6766 ctmed@q.com tctowne.realresults.com/product
Good Reading…
How old you are is your business, how old you look is mine! Byrdie Goodloe Senior sales director/ Mary Kay www.marykay.com/lgooloe 1-323-304-5334
The Secret.- Rhonda Byrne
Transform your look instantly!
Don’t worry, make money— Richard Carlson, Ph.D. Beach Money– Jordon Adler
Lee Woodward Woman In Disguise It’s not your grandma’s wig! 602-350-5684 www.womanindisugise.com Special Edition December 2016
Recipes Don’t you just love the holidays! They come so fast and furious it takes a lot of energy to keep up. I know how busy we all can get. Trust me; the family, spouse, kids, working and running a business can be exhausting! This is one of my personal favorite casserole that I make. It’s quick, simple and delicious! I always love recipes that can fill your families bellies with good food. This casserole is called stroganoff with a twist! Super easy. You can substitute a few ingredients if you like. Be sure to share with your friends. Make, bake and enjoy...From my home to yours.
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Stroganoff Casserole Ingredients 1 lb lean ground beef Frozen or can of French style green beans 1 packet French onion soup mix
1 teaspoon garlic Cream of mushroom soup family size Cut up onions, red and green peppers
Grated Mozzarella cheese Half bag of Tatar tots To begin‌ Preheat oven to 350 degrees Cook your ground beef ; with onions, and peppers.
If your not a fan just cook the ground beef and season it with your Favorites seasonings In a mixing bowl mix your soup and dry French onion soup mix Now here comes the easy part. Get your favorite casserole dish. Start by spraying the dish with non-stick spray. Take some of your soup mix and put it on the bottom of the dish next start to layer with your meat, green beans and cheese layer until dish is full then add the Tatar tots on the top. Sprinkle some seasonings on the tots and put in the oven. Cook on 350degrees for approximately 30 mins or until your tots are golden brown. Dish and serve and enjoy! About 4 servings. Recipe provided by.. Ultimatewomaninternational.com
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Chicken Thighs Baked in Red Wine Recipe
4 chicken thighs
What a treat here are some mouthwatering Holiday Recipes from Barb with Wishfulchef!
1 1/2 cups red wine 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup Brussels sprouts, halved 1/2 cup cremini mushrooms, halved
1 small onion or shallot, quartered 6-8 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons dried thyme 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper Preheat oven to 400°F.
Place chicken thighs in a large baking pan. Put in tomatoes, mushrooms, Brussel sprouts, garlic, onions, bay leaves and red wine. Top chicken and vegetables with dried thyme and salt & pepper then drizzle with olive oil. Depending on the size of your chicken thighs, bake for an hour to an hour and a half, until golden brown. Baste the chicken with the wine every 15-20 minutes and stir the ingredients around a bit. If your chicken is cooked and the wine is not yet cooked down, place chicken on a warm plate then cook the wine and vegetables more in the oven. The wine and vegetables will create a delicious sauce and side dish. Total Time: 60-90 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ultimatewomaninternational.com
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Glühwein – Mulled Wine Recipe
1 bottle of bold dry red wine (I used a Cabernet Franc)
1/2 cup of brandy or rum (optional)
1 cup water
1 large orange, peeled then juiced
1 lemon, peeled
1 lime, peeled (optional)
1/2 cup agave syrup or sugar
5-6 whole cloves
1 nutmeg, about 10 gratings
1 cinnamon stick
1 vanilla bean, halved
2 star anise Peel large sections of skin from orange, lemon and lime. Over medium heat in a medium sized pot, pour in agave syrup and water, then add the peels and juice of the orange. Add the vanilla bean, cloves, star anise, cinnamon stick, and nutmeg gratings. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about an hour. The liquid will reduce, so after around 30 minutes, add in about a half cup of wine. This allows the flavors to infuse and will create a syrup.
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When your syrup is ready turn the heat down to low and pour in the bottle of wine and brandy. Bring back to a gentle simmer and heat for about 5 minutes or depending on how much alcohol you want to burn off you can simmer a bit longer. Ladle it into glasses and serve warm. Total Time: 60-90 minutes Yield: Makes 4-6 Glasses Dec/ Jan 16/ 17
Classic Tiramisu Recipe Start...8 ounces Italian mascarpone cheese
8-10 ladyfingers (Italian savoiardi cookies)
2 small egg yolks (or 1 extra large)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 double shot or 2 ounces espresso or extra strong coffee, cooled
1 1/2 tablespoons brandy or dark rum
1-2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
chocolate shavings for garnish (optional) In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar and half of the brandy. Whip fast to thicken. Then, spoon by spoon fold in mascarpone. Mixture should be a little softer than the consistency of mayonnaise. If mixture isn’t thick enough and comes out runny, use a hand blender with whipping blades to thicken. On a small plate, mix espresso plus the rest of brandy. Quickly dip each side of the ladyfingers (do not completely soak), then add a layer to the bottom of your serving dish. Top with about 1/3 of mascarpone mixture, then repeat and top with the rest of the mixture. Cover and rest in fridge for 4 hours or overnight. Sprinkle cocoa and chocolate shavings on top before serving.
A note on plating/serving: I made this dish on a small plate because my cream mixture always comes out pretty thick so it will stand on its own. Obviously feel free to use a traditional square pan to prepare your tiramisu in. Total Time: 20-30 minutes (plus 4 hours or overnight in refrigerator)<="" span="" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; background: transparent;"> Yield: 4 servings Recipe by...
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Happy Holidays enjoy these yummy recipes with friends and family by..Wishfulchef
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