from the Test Kitchen
Jam-setting sugar is a special blend of sugar containing naturally occurring pectin and citric acid. It is used with fruit that is naturally low in pectin, such as figs. Jam sugar can be found in supermarkets and delis. KEEPS for 12 months
Pavlova with orchard fruit
PREP + COOK TIME 2 HOURS (+ COOLING) SERVES 8
6 egg whites pinch cream of tartar
1½ cups (330g) caster sugar
1 tablespoon cornflour
1½ teaspoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1¾ cups (430ml) thickened cream
½ cup (125ml) pure pomegranate juice
¼ cup (90g) honey
6 green figs, halved