Dainty Desserts for Special Summer Celebrations
Bridal, baby and other festive showers are all in full swing.  These celebrations are a perfect time to feature soy desserts.  Soy is full of nutrients, easy to use and fun for everyone!

Along with cholesterol-lowering protein, soy benefits women in many ways; studies have shown soy to decrease the chances of developing breast cancer when consumed early in life, and it has also been shown to reduce uncomfortable menopausal symptoms later in life.

At one of your gatherings, try adding some delicious soy desserts as a sweet way to celebrate together!

Soy Lemon Pudding Cake with Blackberry Sauce
This unique dessert is a cross between a pudding and a cake.  It comes courtesy of Chef Christopher Koetke, Associate Dean of The School of Culinary Arts of Kendall College in Evanston, Illinois

Cake:
2 tablespoons grated lemon rind
1 cup sugar, divided
3 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 tablespoons soy flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
6 ounces silken soft tofu
4 tablespoons melted butter
3 egg whites
3/4 cup sweetened vanilla soymilk
7 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Sauce:
3 cups fresh blackberries
1/4 cup sugar

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. To prepare cake, combine rind, ¾ cup sugar, egg yolks, vanilla, flours, tofu, and  butter; whisk  until smooth.

3. In a large bowl beat egg whites until soft peaks.  Add ¼ cup sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks. Fold egg white mixture into lemon  mixture. Add soy milk and lemon juice, mix gently. Spoon mixture 6, 8-ounce soufflé cups or ramkins. Place cups in a 13x9-inch baking dish. Pour water into dish to the depth of 1-inch. Bake for 45 minutes.

4. To prepare sauce, combine 2 cups blackberries in food processor, process until smooth. Strain through a sieve to remove seeds. Spoon pudding cake into individual bowls, tops with fresh berries and sauce. Yield: 6 servings.