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Citrus Mousse

A home-style Citrus Mousse made with Sugar, Orange Juice Or Tangerine Juice, and Whipping Cream. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

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Ingredients

• 1/3 cup
• 1 cup
• 3 tbsp
• 1 1/2 cup

Method (preview)

1. 1

   In a large saucepan combine the 1/3 cup sugar, gelatin and cornstarch.

2. 2

   Stir in orange peel, orange juice and egg yolks.

3. 3

   Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is dissolved and mixture is slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Remove from heat.

5. 5

   Stir in orange liqueur. Chil to consistency of corn syrup, stirring frequently. Remove from the refrigerator.

6. 6

   Immediately beat egg whites till soft peaks form. Gradually add the 3 tablespoons of sugar, beating till still peaks form.

7. 7

   In a large mixer bowl, beat whipping cream till soft peaks form.

8. 8

   Fold into gelatin mixture.

9. 9

   Chill till the mixture mounds when spooned. Turn into a 2 quart souffle dish. Cover and chill about 6 hours or till firm.