Sour Orange with Gelatin

Cut off one-quarter of the orange from the top

Trim the edges if desired

Remove the pulp and place it in a bowl

Arrange the oranges on a platter

Squeeze the pulp and strain it until you get 3 cups of juice, adding more as needed

Combine the sugar and cognac with the orange juice and mix well

Sprinkle the gelatin over cold water in a small saucepan, place it over low heat, and stir constantly until the gelatin is dissolved

Pour the gelatin mixture into a bowl and add the orange juice mixture, stirring slowly

Add 3/4 cup of heavy cream, mix well, and distribute this mixture among the orange shells

Refrigerate until firm

Just before serving, whip the remaining heavy cream and garnish the oranges with it

Sprinkle with grated semi-sweet chocolate

Serve 8 portions.