Berry Pudding

1. 1

   Combine the fruit with the sugar and about 1 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.

2. 2

   Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for about 10 minutes, until the mixture is mostly liquid and the berries are soft.

3. 3

   Put through a medium-fine strainer, pushing to extract as much juice as possible.

4. 4

   You will have about 1 quart; add a bit more water if necessary.

5. 5

   Cool the liquid (if you are in a hurry, put it in a container and place the container in a bath of ice water).

6. 6

   Add the lemon juice, taste, and stir in more sugar or lemon juice if you like.

7. 7

   Put 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin onto it.

8. 8

   Cook over low heat, stirring, until dissolved; stir it into the fruit juice and pour the mixture into individual bowls or one large one.

9. 9

   Chill until firm.

10. 10

    When youre ready to serve, whip the cream until it holds soft peaks; beat in about 1/4 cup sugarthe mixture should be sweet, but only just so.

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    Stir in the sour cream and a bit more sugar if you like.

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    Serve the pudding with the cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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