Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup rose water
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped raisins
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Saucepan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
2. Add the sugar and rose water, and whisk until the sugar dissolves.
3. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. Once the ice cream is almost done churning, add the chopped pistachios, almonds, walnuts, and raisins.
6. Continue churning until the ice cream is fully frozen and the nuts and raisins are evenly distributed.
7. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Churning time: 30-40 minutes
Freezing time: 2 hours
5. Temperature:
Simmer the milk and heavy cream over medium heat.
Serving size:
This recipe makes about 6 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 400
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- You can use any type of nuts or dried fruits that you prefer.
Variations:
- You can add saffron threads to the milk and cream mixture for a more traditional flavor.
- You can add a few drops of orange blossom water instead of rose water for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to let the ice cream mixture cool completely before churning to prevent it from melting too quickly.
- You can soak the raisins in warm water for 10 minutes before adding them to the ice cream to make them softer.
Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping and serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone, and sprinkle some chopped pistachios on top for garnish.
Garnishes:
Chopped pistachios, almonds, walnuts, and raisins.
Pairings:
This ice cream goes well with baklava or other Middle Eastern desserts.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the ice cream as a dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for a longer period of time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized milk and cream to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Bastani Sonnati is a traditional Persian ice cream that is flavored with rose water and mixed with nuts and dried fruits.
Flavor profiles:
Creamy, sweet, nutty, and floral.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the ice cream as a dessert after a Middle Eastern meal.
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Region: Iranian