Panna Cotta

I happened to try this creamy Italian puddings months ago and had wanted to make it one day. Panna Cotta literally translates as "cooked cream' in Italian. These softly set and creamy Italian puddings are so silky-smooth they slip down beautifully at the end of a meal. Perfect served with fresh berries or fruits according to the season. They are also perfect for dinner parties because they can be made a day or two in advance and kept refrigerated until ready to be served.
This is the 1st time I use this silicon muffin cup!

Panna Cotta is supposed to be served inverted & topped with fruits! This is my version!
I find eating straight from the muffin cup is so much more convenient!

Recipe as follows:
2tsp gelatin
1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup sugar
2tsp vanilla essence
1 cup thicken cream
1 cup sour cream
1/2 milk

Method:

1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup milk; let stand until the gelatin is softened, about 5mins.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the rest of the ingredients. Bring cream just to simmer (do not let it boil), whisking occasionally until sugar has completely dissolved; remove from heat.
3. Add the softened gelatin mixture and whisk to completely dissolve the gelatin.
4. Strain hot cream mixture into large glass measuring cup with a pouring spout; pour into ramekins or custard cups (I used silicon muffin cups). NOTE: Don't skip the straining step as it removes any bits of undissolved gelatin and insures a nice smooth dessert. Also, don't let the cream mixture cool before straining.
5. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
6. To unmold and serve, carefully dip bottom of each ramekin in a baking pan of hot water briefly. Run a thin knife around edge of each ramekin to loosen it from the inside of the bowl. Wipe the outside of the mold dry and place on individual chilled serving plate (topside down). Invert the custard onto the plate and carefully lift off ramekin (shake gently to release).
7. Garnish with berries or fruit of your choice.
   

Ingredients for Toppings:
Strawberries, sliced
2 tbsp apple vinegar plus 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1tbsp sugar

Method:
Blend all ingredients, chilled. Spoon onto Puddings before serve.