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Presentation

Cold dessert prepared with pineapple juice, Champagne or sparkling wine, jelly, pineapple, mint and nutmeg

Ingredients

for 8 people

1 packet gelatin
600 ml (20.3 fl oz) unsweetened pineapple juice
125 ml (4.2 fl oz) Champagne or sparkling wine
Pineapple, for garnish
Mint, for garnish
Nutmeg, to taste

Method

Sprinkle gelatin over pineapple juice in a saucepan.

Let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes

Cook over low heat until the gelatine dissolves completely. Allow to cool to room temperature.

Mix champagne and nutmeg.

Put the mix in the ice cream maker and then in the fridge to cream.

When ready to serve, cut the pineapple into slices of about one centimeter, place on the plate with the frozen mix and garnish with mint.

Allergens

Pineapple: possible individual intolerance

Champagne or sparkling wine:  presence of sulphites included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Gelatin or isinglass is now derived from bovine and porcine collagen and is therefore not an allergen.

Mint: possible cross-reactivity in case of spice allergy

Nutmeg: possible reaction in case of intolerance to spices

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Pineapple: provides flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathics; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants.

Champagne: has a low glycemic index, provides polyphenols and antioxidants, has a diuretic action, contributes to the protection of the cardiovascular system, improves memory and has positive effects on brain function

Gelatin: Collagen promotes healthy bones, joints, skin and mucous membranes, and immune system function.

Mint: source of numerous antioxidants and potassium favorable to cardiovascular and liver function.

Nutmeg: source of vitamin A, carotenoids and manganese with antioxidant properties favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system

Sparkling wine: provides antioxidants, has a diuretic action. Moderate consumption has a favorable action on the functionality of the cardio-vascular system and on mood, reducing stress and anxiety.

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Mucositis
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia
• Dysgeusia (taste changes)

Not to be administered in case of:

• Diarrhea