Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of fresh cattley guava, peeled and seeded
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 cup of whole milk
- 3/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Blender or food processor
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Saucepan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, puree the cattley guava until smooth.
2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and salt over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are light and frothy.
4. Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from cooking.
5. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
6. Remove the mixture from the heat and strain it through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean mixing bowl.
7. Stir in the pureed cattley guava and vanilla extract.
8. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
9. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
10. Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours or overnight
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Cooking temperature: Medium heat
Chilling temperature: Refrigerator temperature
Freezing temperature: Freezer temperature
Serving size:
This recipe makes about 1 quart of ice cream, which serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 170mg
Sodium: 110mg
Carbohydrates: 30g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter ice cream.
- You can use low-fat milk instead of whole milk for a lighter ice cream.
- You can use honey or maple syrup instead of granulated sugar for a different flavor.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the ice cream for texture.
- You can add a splash of rum or coconut milk for a tropical twist.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to strain the mixture after cooking to remove any lumps or cooked egg bits.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to ensure a creamy texture.
- Don't overfill the ice cream maker, as the mixture will expand as it churns.
Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a chilled bowl or cone, garnished with fresh cattley guava slices or mint leaves.
Garnishes:
Fresh cattley guava slices, mint leaves, chopped nuts, chocolate chips.
Pairings:
This ice cream pairs well with tropical fruits like pineapple or mango.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the ice cream with a slice of pound cake or a cookie.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping.
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for a few more hours until it firms up.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the egg yolks to a safe temperature of 160°F to prevent any risk of foodborne illness.
- Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid to prevent freezer burn or contamination.
Food history:
Cattley guava, also known as strawberry guava, is a tropical fruit native to South America. It is named after Sir William Cattley, a British botanist who introduced the fruit to Europe in the 19th century.
Flavor profiles:
Cattley guava has a sweet and tangy flavor, similar to a combination of strawberry and guava.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this ice cream as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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