Name: Chocolate-Amaretti Custard with Fresh Fruit
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup water; 3 cups whole milk; 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2/3 cup sugar; 1/4 cup dark rum; 4 large egg yolks; 2 large eggs; 1 cup coarsely chopped amaretti cookies (Italian macaroons); 2 large navel oranges, peel and white pith removed; 2 1/2 cups assorted berries

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This Piedmont specialty is made with two of the region's best-known products: chocolate and amaretti cookies. Begin preparing the dessert a day before serving. A slightly sparkling, floral and fruity Moscato d'Asti would complement it beautifully.

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