Ingredients

• Heavy cream - 2 cups
• Whole milk - 1 cup
• Granulated sugar - ½ cup
• Vanilla bean - 1
• Unflavored gelatin - 2 ½ teaspoons
• Cold water - 3 tablespoons

Instructions

1. 1.

   Pour the cold water into a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over it. Let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.

2. 2.

   In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar.

3. 3.

   Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and pod to the saucepan.

4. 4.

   Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and it is hot but not boiling.

5. 5.

   Remove from heat and stir in the softened gelatin until completely dissolved.

6. 6.

   Strain the mixture into a pitcher to remove the vanilla pod and any lumps.

7. 7.

   Pour the panna cotta mixture into six ramekins or serving glasses.

8. 8.

   Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

9. 9.

   Serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh berries or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Nutritional Facts