Summer Mixed Berries Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Put a 8-ounce (1-cup) ramekin or similar-size dish on top of a slice of bread and cut around it to trim the bread to fit the dish.
2. 2
   Repeat with the remaining 7 slices of bread.
3. 3
   Mix together berries, sugar, water and salt in a medium saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until the berries break down, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Reserve 23 cup for garnish, cover and keep refrigerate.
5. 5
   Add 1 tablespoon of the remaining berry mixture in the bottom of each ramekin.
6. 6
   Top with a slice of bread.
7. 7
   Divide the remaining berry mixture among each, then top with another slice of bread.
8. 8
   Put the puddings on a large plate to catch any overflowing juices.
9. 9
   Cover each with plastic wrap, then place a 15-ounce weight, such as a can of beans, on top of each pudding.
10. 10
    Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to 2 days.
11. 11
    To unmold, remove the weight and plastic wrap, run a knife around the inside of the ramekin, and invert onto a dessert plate.
12. 12
    Top the puddings with the reserved berry mixture.