French Cream With Sugared Grapes Recipes

FRENCH CREAM WITH SUGARED GRAPES

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, combine sour cream and cream until well blended. Gradually stir in sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat just until mixture is warm and sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat., In a small microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 40 seconds. Stir; let stand for 1 minute or until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir into sour cream mixture., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add gelatin cream mixture and vanilla just until combined. Pour into a 4-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Chill for at least 4 hours or until set., Dip grapes into water and shake off excess moisture; dip into sugar, turning to coat. Unmold dessert onto a serving platter; surround with sugared grapes.

SUGAR FROSTED GRAPES

Steps:

• At least 3 hours and up to 7 days before serving, remove the grapes from their stems and place in the freezer. When ready to serve, whisk the egg whites with the lemon juice in a large bowl until frothy. Put the sugar in another bowl.
• Drop the grapes into the bowl of egg whites, then pour the contents of the bowl through a strainer to drain the liquid. Dump the grapes onto a paper towel and roll them around until most of the excess egg white has been absorbed. Working in batches, add the grapes to the sugar and shake them around to coat. Shake off any excess. Transfer to serving glasses and serve immediately.

"SPA"CTACULAR FROZEN GRAPES

Steps:

• Remove grapes from stems and place in a colander. Wash thoroughly.
• Place grapes in a gallon-size resealable bag.
• Pour sugar into the bag and seal. Gently shake the bag to evenly coat grapes with sugar.
• Arrange grapes on a paper towel to air-dry any remaining water, about 15 minutes.
• Place grapes in a single layer on a shallow pan or baking sheet. Freeze for at least 2 hours.