Ingredients and Weight:
- Heavy cream: 1 1/2 cups (360ml)
- Whole milk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Fresh mint leaves: 1 cup (20g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
Preparation Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and mint leaves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Freeze the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 45mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and refreshing
- Intense mint flavor
- Rich and delicious
User Comments:
- "This ice cream is absolutely delicious! The mint flavor is perfect, and it's so creamy and smooth."
- "I love how refreshing this ice cream is. It's perfect for a hot summer day."
- "This is the best mint ice cream I've ever had. It's so flavorful and satisfying."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a freezer-safe container. Stir it every 30 minutes for the first 3 hours to prevent ice crystals from forming.
- Serve the ice cream immediately or store it in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
