PANNA COTTA WITH BALSAMIC STRAWBERRIES

Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberries image

Provided by S I

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp water
1 1/4 tsp gelatin, unflavored
2 3/4 c whipping cream
1/2 c plain goat's milk or whole milk yogurt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c granulated sugar
2 pt strawberries, hulled, thinly sliced
3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

1. Prepare the Panna Cotta: Pour the water into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin over the water. Let stand until softened, about 15 minutes.
2. Whisk 1 3/4 cup whipping cream, yogurt, and vanilla in a large bowl to blend. Heat the remaining 1 cup cream and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the cream comes to a simmer. Remove from heat. Add the gelatin mixture, stirring to dissolve the gelatin completely.
3. Mix the hot cream-gelatin mixture into the yogurt mixture in bowl. Spray 6 (3/4 cup) ramekins with non-stick spray. Divide the mixture among the six, using about 1/2 cup for each. Refrigerate the desserts uncovered until cold, then cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. PREPARE THE STRAWBERRIES: Toss the strawberries, vinegar, sugar, and pepper in a large bowl to combine. Let stand for 30 minutes, tossing occasionally. Spoon strawberries over the panna cotta and serve. -OR- With a knife, loosen the panna cotta from the sides of the ramekins. Dip the ramekins in hot water for about 10-15 seconds, then invert onto a serving plate. Top with strawberries.