STRAWBERRY GELéE

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This brightly flavored jelly would make a delicious layer in a birthday cake. Pour it into the cake pan you're using for the cake and let it set.

Yield makes one 9x12-inch pan

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds (680g) strawberries, hulled
4 1/2 teaspoons powdered gelatin (or 20.25g sheet gelatin; see page 276)
1/2 cup (120g) water
2 1/2 teaspoons (15g) agar
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons (90g) sugar, or more to taste
2 tablespoons (25g) Triple Sec (or other orange-flavored liqueur)

Steps:

  • Run a 9 x 12-inch rimmed baking sheet under cold water and shake off the excess. Line the damp pan neatly with plastic wrap. (The water will help the plastic stick to the pan.)
  • Cut enough of the strawberries into tiny dice to measure 1/4 cup.
  • Put the remaining strawberries in a food processor and process to a very smooth puree. Strain and measure out 2 cups.
  • Pour about 1/2 cup of the puree into a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over the surface. Let sit for at least 1 minute.
  • Pour the water into a saucepan and whisk in the agar. Add 1/2 cup of the strawberry puree and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the puree with the gelatin and whisk for at least 1 minute to dissolve the gelatin. Remove the pan from the heat and add the remaining 1 cup puree, the sugar, the Triple Sec, and the diced strawberries. Taste for sugar and stir in more if needed.
  • Skim any froth. Pour into the baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set. To serve, turn out onto a cutting board and cut into small squares. Or use a whisk to break the gelée up into irregular shapes.

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