Real Whipped Cream That Keeps

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp. unflavored gelatin
• 4 tsp. cold water
• 1 c. heavy cream
• pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp. real vanilla
• 1 tsp. sugar

Directions

1. In small ovenproof bowl, spread gelatin over water. Set bowl in a saucepan of hot water. Let stand until gelatin dissolves. Remove from saucepan. Let cool 1 minute. Whip cream until almost stiff. Add gelatin, salt and vanilla. Continue to whip until stiff. Makes 2 1/2 cups.