Finnish Cranberry Whip (Vatkattu Marjapuuro) recipe

2 cups fresh cranberries
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
Dash of salt
1/3 cup farina

Heat cranberries in 1 1/2 cups water to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered until berries pop, about 8 minutes.

Press cranberries through sieve to remove skins. return juice to saucepan. Add sugar, 1 cup water and the salt; heat to boiling.

Add farina gradually, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.

Pour into small mixer bowl. Beat on high speed until pudding becomes fluffy and light pink, 3 to 5 minutes.

Yields 4 to 6 servings.