PASSION-FRUIT GELéE WITH BASIL CREAM

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Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Categories     Milk/Cream     Food Processor     Dairy     Herb     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     Vegetarian     Basil     Summer     Shower     Passion Fruit     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

For gelée
1 3/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (from a 1/4-oz envelope)
1/4 cup water
2 cups passion-fruit nectar (preferably Looza brand)
For cream
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups well-chilled heavy cream
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (from another 1/4-oz envelope)
2 tablespoons water
Garnish: 4 fresh basil leaves (optional)
Special Equipment
1 empty egg carton; 4 (6- to 8-oz) slender clear glasses (not stemmed)

Steps:

  • Make gelée:
  • Sprinkle gelatin over water in a small saucepan and let stand 1 minute to soften. Cook over low heat, stirring, until gelatin is dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon passion-fruit nectar at a time until gelatin mixture is cool, then whisk in remaining nectar.
  • Transfer to a metal bowl and set bowl into a larger bowl half-filled with ice and cold water. Let stand, stirring occasionally, until gelée is consistency of raw egg white, 15 to 25 minutes.
  • Put egg carton in a shallow baking pan and arrange glasses in carton, then tilt glasses to a 45-degree angle. Divide gelée among glasses. Carefully transfer pan with glasses to refrigerator and chill until gelée is set, at least 1 hour.
  • Make cream when gelée has set:
  • Pulse basil, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a food processor until finely chopped, then transfer to a bowl and add cream, stirring just until sugar is dissolved.
  • Sprinkle gelatin over water in a small saucepan and let stand 1 minute to soften. Cook over low heat, stirring, until gelatin is dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon basil cream at a time until gelatin mixture is cool, then whisk in remaining cream. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a metal bowl, pressing hard on solids and then discarding them.
  • Set bowl in a larger bowl half-filled with ice and cold water and let stand, stirring occasionally, until cream is consistency of raw egg white, 15 to 25 minutes.
  • Holding 1 glass of gelée at a 45-degree angle, slowly fill glass with basil cream, gradually righting glass as filled. Fill remaining glasses in same manner. Chill, covered, until set, at least 1 hour.

Proud Lady
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This recipe was a bit more challenging than I expected, but the end result was worth it. The gele was smooth and flavorful, and the basil cream added a nice touch of elegance.


Nakandi Sharifah
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I love the vibrant color of this gele! It's a great way to add a pop of color to any dessert table. The basil cream is a nice touch, but I think it could have been a bit more flavorful.


Felmeta Kadu
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This recipe is a keeper! The gele is easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The basil cream is a great way to add a little something extra to the dish.


Ashley Alcorn
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The basil cream was subtle and didn't overpower the delicate flavor of the passion fruit gele.


husain mollik
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The gele was the perfect dessert to end a special meal. The basil cream added a unique touch that everyone loved.


Kelly Keys
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The gele was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the basil cream helped to balance it out. Overall, a good recipe, but I would make a few adjustments next time.


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This was my first time making a gele, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the gele had a perfect texture. The basil cream was a nice addition, but I think it could have been a bit more flavorful.


myron Sherman
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I'm not a huge fan of passion fruit, but this recipe changed my mind. The gele was surprisingly delicious, and the basil cream helped to balance out the tartness. Will definitely be making this again!


Apriel Wormly
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but the end result was worth it. The gele was smooth and flavorful, and the basil cream added a nice touch of elegance.


ENHLE MUJI
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Absolutely loved the vibrant color and refreshing taste of this passion fruit gele. The basil cream was a bit too overpowering for my taste, but overall a great recipe.


Evadney Clarke
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Followed the recipe to a T and the result was stunning! The gele had a perfect texture, and the basil cream added an unexpected twist that elevated the dish to the next level. Will definitely be making this again!


quratulain zahra
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This passion fruit gele with basil cream was a delightful culinary journey. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors, beautifully complemented by the aromatic basil cream, created a truly unique and memorable dessert experience. Highly recommended!