Barry's parents got me a Kitchenaid Ice Cream Maker for Christmas. It is one of those things I've always wanted and I was so surprised when I finally got one for the Holidays. Many thanks to my beloved in-laws :-) It will definitely be put to good use!!!
Well, this ice cream making thing is way overdue and I'm so happy to finally get it into a kitchen-taste test before the start of the summer season ;-) I'm already in the process of concocting a bunch of tropical and fruity flavors so, hang in there for the next series of my ice cream making...ha ha ha!
The process of making your own ice cream is quite easy. Just follow the manufacturer's ice cream machine directions and the rest is a breeze. With a few simple and fresh ingredients, you'll have yourself a homemade ice cream in less than 24 hours... Guaranteed!
Serve it with Barquillos (Crispy Wafer or Piroutte), fresh fruit and a sprig of mint or hot fudge, nuts and whipped cream or anything you desire...the possiblities are endless when topping your ice cream with good treats!!!
The VERDICT: Deliciously creamy considering I used all the low fat ingredients for the cream except for the yolks, of course! Love the fresh strawberries and the sweetness of the ice cream is just right. Next on my list...MANGO Ice Cream... ;-)
Ingredients:
2 1/2 Cup Whipping Cream (Low Fat)
8 Eggs Yolks
1 Cup Sugar
3 tsps Vanilla
2 1/2 Cup Half & Half (Low Fat)
2 1/2 Cups Strawberries, chopped
3 tsps Sugar
Directions:
Heat whipping cream in a medium saucepan in low-medium heat. Do not boil cream. Remove from heat. In a separate large bowl, mix in yolks, sugar and vanilla. Add heated cream slowly into the egg mixture. Mix thoroughly. Then, add half and half. Mix well. Place in an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
In the meantime, follow the manufacturer's directions on how to use your ice cream maker. In my case, I had to freeze the ice cream bowl for about 15 hours or longer. For electric or handcranked machines, you may have to add lots of ice and salt.
The next day, I mixed the cream in the ice cream machine in slow speed for about 25-30 minutes until cream becomes thick and slightly frozen. Chop strawberries and sprinkle sugar. Let it sit until ice cream is processing. You can also make this ahead of time. Blend in the fruit with the cream mixture half way through. Once the desired consistency has been achieved, you can serve it immediately or place it in an airtight container and freeze.
This recipe yielded half a gallon of ice cream...not bad, huh?
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