but be careful to have the whisk just skim the surface of the cream. Blend
until the cream gains some body and then move the blender in an up-
and-down motion throughout the bowl. Whipped cream will reach soft
peaks between 50-60 seconds.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories70 (86% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 0g • fat 7g
• sat. fat 4g • chol. 25mg • sod. 7mg • calc 12mg • fibre 0g
Variation:
Cocoa Whipped Cream: Place 11⁄4cupsheavy cream, 3 tablespoons
granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa, and 1 teaspoon
vanilla in mixing bowl. Whip as directed.
BERRY COULIS
This versatile dessert sauce could not be easier.
Makes 11⁄4cup
1 350g bag of frozen mixed berries thawed
1⁄4cupgranulated sugar
1⁄2teaspoonfresh lemon juice
Place all ingredients in a 21⁄2-litresaucepan. Over medium heat bring
mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes to melt the sugar.
Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is
submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients are
well combined, about 30–40 seconds. Strain the sauce through a fine
mesh strainer and serve.
Nutritional information per 1/4 cup serving:
Calories 86 (4% from fat) • carb. 22g • pro. 0mg • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 25mg • calc. 14mg • fibre 4g
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