Panna Cotta means "Cooked Cream" in Italian, which makes sense because it is cooked cream. Most Panna Cotta recipes involve the mixing of cream, milk, sugar, and gelatin over heat. When the ingredients are completely blended together, the mixture is poured into individual cups, bowls, or ramekins. Then, they are placed in the refrigerator for a few hours to set. Once chilled and finished, the Panna Cotta can be decorated with fresh fruit, spices, or sauce. The dish is great because you can tailor the taste to your preference. You can change the flavor of the Panna Cotta itself. You can garnish the dessert with whatever sauce or fruit you like. You can even choose to make the Panna Cotta light and soft by using more milk or rich and thick by using more cream.