Ginger Panna Cotta With Mango

Ingredients

• nonstick cooking spray
• 1 (1/4 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup milk or soymilk
• 1 (14 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 1 cup heavy cream (35%)
• 2 drops vanilla
• 1 tablespoon gingerroot, minced (1/2 oz)
• 2 mangoes, peeled and diced (1-1 1/4 cups)

Directions

1. 1

   Spray a paper towel with a little cooking spray and use it to grease 8 (1-cup) custard cups or one 8-cup serving bowl; set aside.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over water and let sit for 2-3 minutes, without stirring, to soften.

3. 3

   Stir until gelatin dissolves.

4. 4

   Add sugar, milk, evaporated milk, cream, vanilla, and ginger; bring to a simmer over medium, stirring constantly (3-5 minutes).

5. 5

   Remove from heat; stir in evaporated milk, then allow to rest for 2 minutes so flavors can blend.

6. 6

   Strain mixture into custard cups.

7. 7

   When cool, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set (6 hours or overnight).

8. 8

   Unmold, if desired; top each portion with a generous helping of fruit before serving.