Vanilla Creams with Lime-Sugar Blackberries

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   STEP 1: Bring the half-and-half, sugar, and salt just to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; remove the pan from the heat.

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   Sprinkle 1 envelope of gelatin over the mixture and whisk until the gelatin is dissolved.

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   Repeat with the remaining 2 envelopes.

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   STEP 2: Pour the mixture through a fine strainer set over a large glass measure or a bowl.

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   Whisk in the vanilla.

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   Divide the mixture evenly among eight 6-ounce custard cups.

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   Refrigerate, tightly covered, until set and thoroughly chilled, at least 2 hours, or for up to 2 days.

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   STEP 3: Toss together the blackberries and lime sugar in a medium bowl.

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   Let stand for about 15 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved, or for up to 2 hours.

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    STEP 4: To serve, gently run a table knife around the inside of each custard cup, dip the bottom of the cup in hot water for about 5 seconds, and invert the cream onto a serving plate.

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    Spoon the blackberries and their syrup around the creams and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.