Lemon Posset for Dessert | American Masters: At Home with Jacques Pépin | PBS

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This lemon posset is one of Jacques Pépin's simplest recipes. Adapted from Claire Clark the former pastry chef at The French Laundry, this chilled citrus dessert includes blueberries and mint.

Ingredients:

1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup sugar
1½ teaspoons lemon zest
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Blueberries, for garnish
Mint leaves, cut into chiffonade, for garnish
Pound cake, for serving, optional

Method:

In a microwaveable jug or small saucepan, combine the cream and sugar, stirring well. Heat the mixture in the microwave on high for 1 minute or bring to a simmer on medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Allow to cool to warm and add the lemon zest and juice, stirring again; set aside to cool completely. Pour the cooled mixture into two or three glasses or serving dishes. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.

Garnish with blueberries and mint leaves and serve with thinly sliced pound cake.

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