Praline Bavarois

• ¾ pint (4½ dl) milk
• 3 tablespoons cold water

Measure the milk into a saucepan, set over low heat and allow to become quite hot. Measure the water into a small teacup, sprinkle in the gelatine and set aside to soak for 5 minutes.

Crack the egg yolks into a basin, add the sugar and, using a wooden spoon, beat the mixture until creamy and light. Gradually stir in the hot milk, blend well and return the mixture to the saucepan. Add th