ALAIN DUCASSE'S GRATIN OF BLUEBERRIES WITH VANILLA

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Alain Ducasse's Gratin of Blueberries With Vanilla image

Provided by Jonathan Reynolds

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pints (4 cups) blueberries
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon sugar
Half a vanilla bean
3 mint leaves
1 tablespoon creme de cassis
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons vermouth
1 teaspoon sugar
Seeds from 1 vanilla bean
1/4 cup heavy cream
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • To make the compote, rinse the berries in cold water. In a medium saucepan on medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the sugar, vanilla bean, mint, creme de cassis and blueberries. Cook slowly until the berries are softened, about 7 minutes. Transfer to an ovenproof gratin or baking dish and let cool.
  • To make the sabayon, begin whisking the yolks in the top of a double boiler set over barely simmering water. Whisk in the vermouth, sugar and seeds from the vanilla bean. Continue whisking until the mixture doubles in volume. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  • When ready to serve, preheat the broiler or have a small culinary blowtorch ready. Whip the cream until it holds soft peaks. Fold it into the cooled sabayon. Pour the mixture over the berries and sprinkle the top with the confectioners' sugar. Place under the broiler or cook with the blowtorch until the top is lightly browned. (The sabayon will melt slightly.) Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 188, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 11 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Dilip Yadav
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This is the best blueberry gratin recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the crispy crumble topping and the creamy custard filling.


Ali Haider Rind
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I'm allergic to blueberries, so I substituted raspberries in this recipe. It turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if you're not a fan of blueberries.


Amanda Frank
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The gratin turned out great, but it took a lot longer to cook than the recipe said. I would recommend increasing the cooking time.


haji sahab
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This gratin was a bit too difficult to make. I would recommend simplifying the recipe or providing more detailed instructions.


Namutebi Salimah
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I found this gratin to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices or extracts to give it more flavor.


Slim Daddy
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This gratin is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less sugar if you're not a fan of overly sweet desserts.


Kelsey Boone
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I've made this gratin several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Deepyn dixies
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This blueberry gratin is a great way to use up leftover blueberries. It's also a great dessert to make for a crowd. It's easy to make and it always turns out great.


biswas Bk
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I'm not a big fan of blueberries, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The gratin was delicious and I couldn't stop eating it.


Kevin Mukisira
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This is my new favorite blueberry recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the crispy crumble topping.


Bhabuk kunwar Kunwar (Bha-book.?)
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I made this gratin for a brunch party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The gratin was creamy and flavorful, and the blueberries added a nice pop of sweetness.


YTDADDY4k
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This blueberry gratin is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, but still has a decadent flavor. I love the combination of blueberries and vanilla. It's a classic flavor combination that never gets old.


Shohel sheikh
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. It only requires a few ingredients and it's very easy to make. The gratin turned out delicious and it was a hit with my family.


kamonica scutchings
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This was a great recipe! The gratin was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The blueberries were perfectly cooked and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Adrian Morisatiman
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I'm not usually a fan of blueberries, but this gratin changed my mind. The vanilla and sugar brought out the sweetness of the berries, and the crumble topping added a nice textural contrast. I'll definitely be making this again.


UB Jutt
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This blueberry gratin was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet blueberries, creamy custard, and crunchy crumble topping was heavenly. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family and friends raved about it.