Name: Mango Fool
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 9 1/4 hr
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (less than 1 envelope); 1 cup whole milk; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 (30-oz) can Alphonso mango slices in syrup*, drained; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 cup chilled heavy cream

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Mango FoolJonelle Weaver

There are many varieties of mango grown on the African continent — comparatively, the selection of fresh mangoes here in the United States is limited. For this recipe, we recommend using canned slices of Alphonso mango, an Indian cultivar renowned for its bright orange flesh and very intense flavor.

Cooks' note:

•Fool can be chilled up to 1 day.

Alphonso mango slices (preferably Ratna brand) are available at specialty foods shops and Kalustyan's (212-685-3451).

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