4 egg yolks
2 grated lemons -- zest
1/2 cup lemon juice -- strained
2/3 cups sugar
1 envelope gelatin
4 tablespoons white rum
2 cups heavy whipping cream
garnish:
whipped cream
1 whole or sliced berries
- Combine egg yolks, grated zest, juice, and sugar in a mixing bowl.
Place over gently simmering water, and whisk until thickened. Remove
from heat. Beat with whip on medium speed until cold and thick.
- Combine gelatin and rum in a small heatproof bowl and allow to soak 5
minutes. Place bowl over a pan of simmering water until melted. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Whip cream on medium speed until it just holds its shape. Whisk the
gelatin into the yolk mixture. Fold in the whipped cream. Pour the
mousse into a bowl or individual glasses. Garnish with whipped cream
and berries.
