Chilled Blackberry Parfaits

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   Puree 6 cups blackberries in processor.

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   Pour puree into fine strainer set over 4-cup measuring cup.

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   Press on solids to extract as much juice as possible.

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   Discard solids in strainer.

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   Measure 3 cups puree (reserve any remaining puree for another use).

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   Stir 1 cup grape juice, 1 cup sugar and lemon peel into blackberry puree.

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   Pour remaining 7 tablespoons grape juice into small saucepan.

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   Sprinkle gelatin over; let stand until gelatin softens, about 10 minutes.

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   Stir gelatin mixture over medium-low heat until gelatin dissolves, about 1 minute (do not boil).

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    Gradually whisk warm gelatin mixture into puree mixture.

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    Transfer to 8 x 8 x 2-inch glass baking dish.

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    Cover and refrigerate overnight.

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    (Can be made 2 days ahead.

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    Keep chilled.)

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    Mix remaining 3 cups blackberries and 4 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl.

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    Let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours, tossing occasionally.

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    Spoon generous 1/4 cup blackberry gelatin into each of 8 parfait glasses or wine glasses.

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    Top with a few sweetened blackberries.

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    Spoon about 1/3 cup Vanilla Whipped Cream over.

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    Repeat layering.

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    Top with a few more berries.

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    Garnish with mint and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.