Panna cotta

Method

1. 1 Soak the gelatin leaves in cold water for 10 minutes until softened, then squeeze out the excess water.
2. 2 Heat the heavy cream with the milk, sugar, and vanilla over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly and avoiding a rolling boil.
3. 3 Remove from heat, add the squeezed gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
4. 4 Strain the mixture through a sieve and pour it into small glasses or molds, then let it cool for 15 minutes.
5. 5 Chill for at least 4 hours until softened, then invert onto a plate and serve with fruit sauce or caramel.

With an appliance

• Microwave 28 min

  Replace step 2: In a large bowl, combine cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract at 600W for 4 minutes, stirring every minute, and stop when the mixture is very hot but not boiling. Keep steps 3 through 5 as is until the gelatin softens.