PISTACHIO ICE CREAM

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This sweet and crunchy ice cream will tickle your palate and make you say Mmmmm. Why not give it a try for a great summer treat! Recipe adapted from Saveur Magazine.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Ice Cream & Ices

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 c unsalted shelled pistachios
3/4 c granulated sugar, divided
2 c milk
4 large egg yolks
1/2 tsp almond extract
1 c whipping cream
3/4 c unsalted pistachios, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Finely grind pistachios and 1/4 cup of the sugar in a food processor. Bring milk and pistachio mixture to a boil in a heavy bottomed large saucepan;add almond extract. Combine egg yolk s and remaining sugar and whisk to blend . slowly add to the pistachio mixture.
  • 2. Cook over low heat until custard thickens and leaves a path on back of the spoon when finger is drawn across, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes. (DO NOT BOIL) ; strain into large bowl. Chill about 3 hours.
  • 3. Stir whipping cream and chopped nuts into custard. Process mixture in ice cram maker according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • 4. Note: if you like a little salty with your sweet- add a few salted pistachios.

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