Chilled Blackberry Parfaits

Directions

1. 1
   Puree 6 cups blackberries in processor.
2. 2
   Pour puree into fine strainer set over 4-cup measuring cup.
3. 3
   Press on solids to extract as much juice as possible.
4. 4
   Discard solids in strainer.
5. 5
   Measure 3 cups puree (reserve any remaining puree for another use).
6. 6
   Stir 1 cup grape juice, 1 cup sugar and lemon peel into blackberry puree.
7. 7
   Pour remaining 7 tablespoons grape juice into small saucepan.
8. 8
   Sprinkle gelatin over; let stand until gelatin softens, about 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Stir gelatin mixture over medium-low heat until gelatin dissolves, about 1 minute (do not boil).
10. 10
    Gradually whisk warm gelatin mixture into puree mixture.
11. 11
    Transfer to 8 x 8 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
12. 12
    Cover and refrigerate overnight.
13. 13
    (Can be made 2 days ahead.
14. 14
    Keep chilled.)
15. 15
    Mix remaining 3 cups blackberries and 4 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl.
16. 16
    Let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours, tossing occasionally.
17. 17
    Spoon generous 1/4 cup blackberry gelatin into each of 8 parfait glasses or wine glasses.
18. 18
    Top with a few sweetened blackberries.
19. 19
    Spoon about 1/3 cup Vanilla Whipped Cream over.
20. 20
    Repeat layering.
21. 21
    Top with a few more berries.
22. 22
    Garnish with mint and serve.