I really did not want to have to eat this. It looked pretty effing repulsive to me. But I have to admit that I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. I had a bit of a struggle in the LCBO trying to find muscat wine. I had to seek advice from an employee who was not able to find a muscat wine for me but hooked me up the a late harvest vidal from Henry of Pelham. It was a pretty good substitute - I told him it was for a recipe and he had some good ideas about what would be a cost effective supplement. So if you can't get your hands on a muscat wine look for a late harvest vidal.
Back at the ranch this was really very easy to put together. Put everything (less the berries and gelatin) in a pot and wait for the sugar to dissolve. Then add the gelatin and pour the mixture over the berries. Then all you do is wait for dessert time. Nigella suggests you make this in the morning. I made it around 4pm and then indulged just before 8pm so the jelly had about 3.5 hrs to set. Now it's important to keep in mind here that the gelatin does not fully set. You'll just get a thicker version of your concoction. And I have to tell you it's a little bit delicious. I was a hater of this recipe. Look how long I waited before making it. But I gotta tell ya I have been turned. Like freakin' Aniken Skywalker to the dark side. I enjoy this recipe and despite the fact that it may look a little nasty or questionable I say take the plunge. I'm betting you will enjoy this.
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