Whim Wham Food

WHIM-WHAMS

Steps:

• Combine 6 ounces berries, 3 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon brandy in a medium bowl. Stir gently to combine and dissolve sugar. Set aside for about 1 hour at room temperature to release juices.
• Place wine and 1 tablespoon brandy in the bowl of an electric mixer. Stir in remaining 3 tablespoons sugar until dissolved. Turn mixer to low; slowly add the cream. Increase speed; whisk until cream is thick enough to hold its shape. Set bowl in refrigerator while preparing the glasses.
• Divide the cookies among 4 eight-ounce glasses, and spoon 1 tablespoon brandy into each glass. Cover with some of the fruit and a layer of soft custard. Repeat with another layer of fruit and custard, reserving any remaining berry juice. Top with the cream. Serve immediately, or set aside in refrigerator for 1 hour. Just before serving, garnish with more berries and juice of reserved berries.

18TH CENTURY SCOTTISH WHIM WHAM - BRANDY AND SHERRY TRIFLE

Steps:

• 1. Melt the butter in a heavy-based frying pan and fry the almonds until golden brown. Stir in the sugar and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously, until the sugar dissolves and the almonds are well coated. Tip on to a greased baking sheet and leave to cool.
• 2. About 30 minutes before ready to serve, break the sponge fingers in half and put into a serving bowl. Pour the sherry, brandy and orange rind and juice over and leave to soak for 30 minutes.
• 3. Whip the cream until it just holds its shape, then carefully fold in the yogurt. Spoon it on top of the sponge. Roughly chop the almonds, sprinkle on top and serve immediately.