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Papaya Parfait

For world tour ii - asia (fiji). I think this sounds wonderful for summer desserts. Recipe source: bon appetit (december 1984)

Steps

Dice enough papaya to measure 1 / 2 cup and set aside.
Cut the remainder into one-inch pieces.
Puree in a food processer or blender.
In a saucepan over low heat cook the sugar and water until sugar dissolves.
Increase heat to high and boil until mixture registers 230-degrees f on a candy thermometer.
Remove from heat.
In a large bowl beat egg yolks and then add syrup in a thin stream , beating until mixture is cooled , and triple in volume.
Fold in papaya puree.
In a seperate bowl with clean beaters beat cream to firm peaks and then fold in diced papaya.
Divide mixture among 8 pafait or wine glasses.
Refrigerate for one hour.
Top with whipped cream and chocolate curls , if desired.

Ingredients

papayas, sugar, water, egg yolks, whipping cream, port wine, whipped cream, chocolate curls