Spiced Pear and Pistachio Panna Cotta

Ingredients:

For the Panna Cotta:

• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• ¾ cup whole milk
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of ground cloves
• 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
• 2 tablespoons cold water

For the Pear and Pistachio Compote:

• 2 ripe but firm pears, peeled, cored, and diced
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ cup chopped pistachios
• Pinch of ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Make the Panna Cotta: In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until just simmering.

2. Bloom the Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water. Let sit for 5 minutes to bloom.

3. Temper the Gelatin: Remove the cream mixture from the heat. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into individual ramekins or serving dishes.

4. Chill: Refrigerate the panna cotta for at least 4 hours, or until set.

5. Make the Pear and Pistachio Compote: While the panna cotta is chilling, combine diced pears, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pears are softened but still hold their shape, about 10 minutes. Stir in chopped pistachios and cinnamon. Let cool completely.

6. Assemble and Serve: To serve, top each panna cotta with the pear and pistachio compote. Garnish with additional chopped pistachios or a drizzle of honey, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and elegant Spiced Pear and Pistachio Panna Cotta!