Ingredients

250ml milk A
1 tbsp caster A
grated zest i lemon. A
seeds from 1 vanilla pod (optional) A
2tsp powdered gelatine B
4 tblsp cold water B

Method

heat A gently til dissolved.
stir B together to soften.
add B to A, strain, stir until thickens like double cream,.
pour into wetted dariole moulds. leave to set for 2 hours.

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