Easy Pistachio Ice Cream

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup shelled raw pistachios (120g)
• 1 cup sugar (200g)
• 2 cups heavy cream (480ml)
• 1 cup milk (240ml)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (2g)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a food processor or blender, grind the pistachios until finely chopped.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, heavy cream, and milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
5. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and let cool completely.
6. Stir in the ground pistachios.
7. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per 1/2 cup serving:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g (9g saturated)
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 70mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g (19g sugar)
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Bright green color from the pistachios
• Perfect for summer desserts or a refreshing treat

User Comments:

• "This ice cream is so delicious and easy to make. The pistachio flavor is perfectly balanced and it's not too sweet."
• "I love that this recipe uses real pistachios. It makes the ice cream extra rich and satisfying."
• "This is the best pistachio ice cream I've ever had. It's so creamy and smooth."
• "I served this ice cream with fresh berries and it was a perfect combination."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To enhance the pistachio flavor, toast the pistachios in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes before grinding.
• If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes until it becomes firm.
• Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.