Tiramisu

I have really been craving this lately, but have no time to make it these days! This is a family recipe that I have always loved! I don't have a picture since I haven't made it recently but thought I would share the recipe anyways...

Tiramisu:

4 large eggs, separated
6 Tbs. sugar, divided (2Tbs. and 4Tbs.)
1 Tbs. coffee or chocolate liqueur of your choice, Kahlua is good though
1 pound mascarpone
1 package (7oz) savoiardi (Italian lady fingers - NOT the soft ones)
3/4 cup espresso or very strong coffee, at room temperature
2-3Tbs. cocoa powder

In large, mixing bowl, beat egg whites on high speed to stiff peaks. Sprinkle with 2Tbs, beat until soft peaks form. Set aside.

Using same beaters in another large mixing bowl, beat egg yolks and remaining 4Tbs. sugar until thick and pale yellow, 3-5 minutes. Beat in liqueur and mascarpone. Fold in beaten egg whites. Set aside.

Use 2 1/2 quart glass bowl that is at least 3 inches deep. Quickly dip ladyfingers in espresso/coffee, arrange to cover bottom of bowl. Layer 1/2 inch of the mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers. Put cocoa powder in a sifter and gently and evenly sift a thin layer of cocoa over mascarpone. Top with another layer of espresso dipped ladyfingers, another 1/2 inch of mascarpone and another sifting of cocoa powder. Top with remaining espresso dipped ladyfingers and remaining mascarpone, spreading to cover ladyfingers completely. Sift cocoa over top. Cover loosely and refrigerate at least 3 hours (over night is good) before serving. You could also top with chocolate curls or shavings.