Orange Panna Cotta - Light & Delicate Dessert

Orange panna cotta is simple and refreshing dessert, light and delicate. It has an exquisite flavor and the color is beautiful.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• zest of 2 oranges
• 1 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• pinch of salt
• 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
• 2 Tbsp. cold water
• orange slices and mint for garnish

Directions:

Combine the heavy cream, sugar, orange juice in a saucepan. Put the orange zest into the cream mixture. Heat slowly until the sugar is dissolved, stirring all the time. Take off the heat and set aside for a half hour.

Strain the cream into a bowl and add the yogurt, lemon juice and vanilla. Whisk thoroughly. Add a small pinch of salt, mix.

Sprinkle the gelatin into the water and let stand for about 5 minutes. Melt the gelatin by placing the bottom of the dish in a pan of simmering water. Whisk into the panna cotta. Pour into 5 ramekins or cups. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

To serve, run a thin knife or small metal spatula around the rim of the panna cotta. Invert onto a plate and garnish with orange slices or simply serve in a cup.