Tom and Jerry

12/12/2001

6 pasteurized eggs, separated

1/2 to 1 cup superfine powdered sugar

1 ounce light rum per drink, optional

1 ounce brandy per drink, optional

Nutmeg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Boiling hot water

To prepare batter: Beat 6 egg whites, slowly adding approximately 1/2 cup superfine powdered sugar. Egg whites should come to peaks. Beat 6 egg yolks thoroughly. Then combine both, adding remaining superfine powdered sugar as needed to stiffen.

To serve: Use hot mug or warmed stem glass. Using 1 tablespoon or 2 ounce ladle of batter, pour in brandy and rum or vanilla extract, and then fill mug or glass with hot water. Batter will rise to top. Sprinkle with a little nutmeg.

Yield: 8-10 servings

Source: Fifi Berry