Berries Gratine

Recipes

Here's another incredible dessert that's easy to make once you have Tahitian Crème Anglaise in the fridge. All you do is fold fresh berries into a mixture of Tahitian Crème Anglaise and whipped cream, which is then dusted with sugar and broiled to make a crackling caramel topping. Everyone loves the granité's texture and flavor contrasts.

Serves 4

Ingredients

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1 cup heavy (whipping) cream
1 cup Tahitian Crème Anglaise
1 pint raspberries
1 pint blackberries
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Directions

Preheat the broiler, or set the oven to 375°F. Butter four shallow ovenproof baking dishes about 4 inches in diameter each (see Ming's Tip). Place on a baking sheet.
In a chilled medium bowl, and using a chilled whisk, beat the cream until stiff. Add the crème anglaise to the cream and, using a spatula, fold the two together. Fold in the berries, fill the dishes with the mixture, and sprinkle heavily but evenly with the confectioners' sugar.
Watching very carefully, broil the gratiné as far as possible from the heat source until the tops are brown and bubbly, 4 to 6 minutes. Serve hot or cold.

Tags: episode 116, dessert, berries

Pairing notes
Drink Grape type: Chenin Blanc/Mathilde Framboise
Characteristics: Crisp off dry tart berry component with refreshing acids
Recommendations: Kir Royale with Chateau Moncontour, Loire, France

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