Raspberry Fool

A simple and creamy dessert, Raspberry Fool is sure to be popular with the whole family.

1 lb. fresh raspberries, hulled

8 oz. castor sugar

12 fl. oz. double cream

1 tablespoon brandy (optional)

Place the raspberries in a medium-sized mixing bowl and sprinkle over the sugar. Set aside for 2 hours.

Using a kitchen fork, mash the rasp-berries until they form a pulp.

Stir the cream and brandy, if you are using it, into the raspberry mixture and beat until they are thoroughly blended. Pour the mixture into a glass serving bowl and place in the refrigerator to chill for 1 hour.

Remove the bowl from the refrigerator and serve immediately.