Elegant Pistachio Panna Cotta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pistachio Butter

01 - 2 cups (290g) raw shelled pistachios, unsalted
02 - 1 pinch flaky sea salt
03 - 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste

→ Panna Cotta

04 - 3 tbsp water
05 - 1 pouch (2 ½ tsp) unflavored gelatin powder
06 - 2 cups (500ml) heavy cream
07 - 1 cup (250ml) whole milk
08 - 1/2 cup (120g) pistachio butter
09 - 2/3 cup (133g) granulated sugar
10 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Garnish

11 - Chopped pistachios for serving
12 - Edible dried rose petals (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Place the pistachios in a food processor and blend until smooth, scraping down the processor as you go. It will take about 20 minutes for the oils to release and turn into a thick paste. Once a paste has formed, add the salt and vanilla bean paste, blending until well combined. Transfer to a well sealed jar.
02 - In a small bowl, gently stir together the gelatin powder and water. Let it sit for at least 5 minutes until a gel forms.
03 - In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, ½ cup (120g) pistachio butter, and sugar until smooth. Bring to a simmer or until the edges begin to foam and bubble.
04 - Once simmering, turn off the heat and whisk in the vanilla and gelatin until dissolved.
05 - Divide into 6 serving glasses and cool to room temperature, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Place the glasses in the fridge and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight. Cover them with plastic wrap to prevent any fridge odors.
06 - When ready to serve, top with chopped pistachios and dried rose petals (optional).

# Notes:

01 - Pistachio butter can be stored in fridge for up to 1 month
02 - Recipe makes extra pistachio butter for future use
03 - Can be unmolded using warm water bath method