Panna Cotta

Wayne Shive has created another masterpiece! He made Panna Cotta~ 2 ways!

Elderflower infused chocolate and strawberry 

BB&Co Caramel sauce with Cara orange and Marcona almonds

Panna Cotta

¼ oz. (1 Tbls.) powdered gelatin

3 Tbls. warm water

3 cups heavy cream

1 cup buttermilk

¾ cup sugar

1 vanilla bean, split

Sprinkle gelatin over water in a small bowl and let sit for 10 minutes.

Heat the cream and buttermilk along with the sugar and vanilla bean in a saucepan over medium heat, stir occasionally to dissolve sugar.  As soo0n as it simmers remove from heat and add the gelatin stirring to dissolve.

Strain the mixture into a pitcher to remove the bean.  Pour the mixture into ramekins or dessert cups, or one large dish.  Chill, uncovered, for at least 3 hours.

To unmold, dip the cups into hot water for about 10-15 seconds, then turn the panna cottas on to dessert plates.  Dress the panna cottas with fresh berries, chocolate or caramel sauce or nuts.

For the Elderflower sauce use Best Boy Original Dark Hot Fudge Sauce add 1 tsp of water and 1 TB of St Germaine Elderflower Liqueur, warm and mix.