Ingredients
For the meringues:
4 egg, whites only
110g/4oz vanilla sugar
570ml/1 pint milk
1 vanilla pod
For the fruit compote:
1 bag mixed berries, defrosted
vanilla sugar, to taste
Method
1. Whisk egg whites adding the sugar slowly.
2. Cut and split the vanilla pod. Bring the milk and vanilla to gentle simmer.
3. Using 2 large dessertspoons, quenelle the meringue on to the milk and gently poach each side for around 30-40 seconds. Remove and put on fruit compote and serve.
4. Sprinkle the mixed berries with vanilla sugar to taste. Warm berries and sugar in a pan and serve with poached meringues.
5. If using fresh seasonal fruit, cook for longer until the fruit is softened.
