Panna Cotta With Strawberry Balsamic Sauce

1. 1

   For the panna cotta, place gelatin powder in a bowl and add two tablespoons of water.

2. 2

   Place cream and refined sugar in a saucepan.

3. 3

   Halve vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out seeds with a sharp knife.

4. 4

   Add vanilla bean seeds to the cream. Heat the cream and stir often.

5. 5

   Do not boil. When mixture starts to thicken, remove from heat and stir in gelatin.

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   Stir until gelatin is completely dissolved.

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   Brush panna cotta molds with water, add cream mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.

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   For the sauce, rinse strawberries, drain and slice.

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   In a saucepan, heat strawberries, sugar and balsamic vinegar over medium heat. Simmer and stir occasionally.

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    Let mixture cool completely. To serve, arrange strawberry balsamic sauce on top of panna cotta.

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    Garnish with mint leaves.

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    Tip: If using plastic molds, dip mold briefly in hot water before removing panna cotta.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.