This basic Bavarian, a mousse-like dessert, can be flavored as desired.

Basic Bavarian

1 cup boiling water
1 (3.25-ounce) package gelatin, any flavor
1 cup cold water
3/4 cup heavy or whipping cream

1. Stir boiling water into gelatin in medium bowl at least 2 minutes until completely dissolved. Stir in cold water. Refrigerate until just slightly thickened, not firm or set.
2. In a small bowl, beat heavy cream on high speed until stiff, but not dry.
3. Gently fold whipped cream into gelatin mixture.
4. Pour into a 4-cup mold or individual molds sprayed with cooking spray.
5. Refrigerate until firm.
6. Unmold onto serving plate. Garnish as desired.

Makes 6 servings.