Savory Black Garlic Panna Cotta with Crispy Prosciutto Shards

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak gelatin sheets in cold water for 5 minutes until softened. Squeeze out excess water.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, granulated sugar, and fresh thyme sprigs. Heat gently over medium-low heat until just simmering, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Do not boil.

   ~10 min
3. 3

   Remove from heat. Add the peeled black garlic cloves to the warm cream mixture. Let it steep for 15 minutes to infuse the flavor.

   ~15 min
4. 4

   Remove thyme sprigs. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean mixing bowl, pressing on the black garlic to extract as much flavor as possible. Discard solids.

   ~5 min
5. 5

   Add the softened gelatin sheets to the warm cream mixture and whisk until fully dissolved. Stir in a pinch of salt.

   ~2 min
6. 6

   Pour the panna cotta mixture evenly into 6 ramekins.

   ~2 min
7. 7

   Cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.

   ~240 min
8. 8

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   ~5 min
9. 9

   Lay the prosciutto slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until crispy and slightly caramelized. Watch closely to prevent burning.

   ~12 min
10. 10

    Remove from oven and let the prosciutto cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break into irregular shards.

    ~10 min
11. 11

    To serve, gently invert the set panna cotta onto serving plates if desired, or serve directly from the ramekins. Garnish with the crispy prosciutto shards.

    ~1 min