LEMON VERBENA ICE CREAM
Lemon verbena's seductive floral-citrus scent and taste lend energy and grace to ice cream. In this recipe, you'll boil and steep fresh verbena leaves in half-and-half and sugar and, with seven egg yolks and heavy cream, turn the mixture into a custard over heat. Then freeze it in your ice cream maker. The best source for the leaves may be a plant of your own, or try your local farmers' market or nursery.
Provided by Suzanne Hamlin
Categories ice creams and sorbets, project, dessert
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings, 1/2 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In heavy stainless-steel pot, combine lemon verbena leaves, half-and-half and 1/4 cup sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring, and remove immediately from heat. Cover, and let steep for 30 minutes.
- In stainless-steel bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and remaining sugar. While continuously whisking, strain the half-and-half mixture through a fine-meshed sieve into the egg yolks.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan. Over medium-low heat, stir continuously with wooden spoon until custard thickens, about 2 minutes.
- Strain custard into a bowl that is sitting in a larger bowl filled with ice cubes and water. Add heavy cream. Cool and chill. Freeze in an ice-cream maker.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 297, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 35 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams
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Ranita Harris
[email protected]This ice cream is refreshing and delicious, with a lovely floral flavor. I would highly recommend it.
Mandip Singhaniya
[email protected]5 out of 5 stars!
Joseph Nkwa
[email protected]This ice cream is incredible! The lemon verbena gives it a wonderfully complex flavor. I've never had anything like it before. It is hands-down the best ice cream I've ever had.
Doctor Wolf13
[email protected]I made this ice cream last weekend and it was a hit with my family and friends. Everyone loved the unique flavor. I also appreciate how easy it was to make. I'll definitely be making this again soon.
Amy Whitehouse
[email protected]This lemon verbena ice cream is a delightful summer treat. The flavor is light and refreshing, with a hint of citrus. I love the subtle floral notes that the lemon verbena adds. It's the perfect dessert to enjoy on a hot day.