Red Fruit Pudding with Cream - strawberries

Method

• Put berries in blender or food processor, and puree completely.
• Press puree through a strainer set over a 1-quart, nonreactive saucepan.
• Stir in sugar, and bring mixture to a boil over medium heat.
• Blend together arrowroot and water.
• Add arrowroot mixture to berries, stirring constantly.
• As soon as mixture starts to simmer, remove it from heat.
• Pour into 6 small dessert bowls, martini glasses or coupe cups.
• Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
• Chill for at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.
• To serve, pour a little cream onto top of each pudding, and decorate with fresh berries, if using.