Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta

Ingredients

• Cold water (3 tablespoons)
• Unflavored gelatin (1 packet)
• Vanilla bean (1, split lengthwise)
• Sugar (1/2 cup)
• Heavy cream (2 cups)

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and sugar. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean into the saucepan and add the bean pod. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
2. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let stand for 5 minutes to soften.
3. Remove the cream mixture from the heat and stir in the gelatin until it has completely dissolved. Discard the vanilla bean pod.
4. Pour the mixture into four ramekins or dessert cups. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
5. To serve, run a knife around the edge of each panna cotta and invert onto a plate. Enjoy!