Panna Cotta With Ginger Syrup

1. 1

   Lightly oil or spray 4 4-ounce ramekins, and set aside.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the cream, sugar and ginger.

3. 3

   Whisk until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   In medium bowl, combine the gelatin with 3 tablespoons water.

5. 5

   Add cream mixture to the gelatin, pouring it through a fine strainer if ginger has not thoroughly dissolved in the cream.

6. 6

   Whisk until the gelatin has dissolved.

7. 7

   Pour the mixture into ramekins.

8. 8

   Refrigerate until chilled and firm, 4 to 6 hours.

9. 9

   (Do not chill more than 12 hours or the panna cotta will become rubbery.)

10. 10

    To serve, run a sharp knife around the edge of each panna cotta.

11. 11

    Place ramekin upside down on a serving plate and tap bottom with knife; panna cotta should fall out.

12. 12

    If it doesnt, use knife tip to release panna cotta from bottom.

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    Garnish with ginger syrup warm, room temperature or cool and a few grinds of pepper.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.