Green Plum and Honey Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup green plums, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/4 tsp salt

Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, honey, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a simmer.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until pale and frothy.
3. Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
4. 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.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green plums.
6. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
7. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours or overnight
Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Simmer over medium heat
Serving size:
Makes about 1 quart of ice cream

Nutritional information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Green plums can be substituted with regular plums or other stone fruits.
- Honey can be substituted with sugar or other sweeteners.

Variations:
- Add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Use different fruits, such as strawberries or peaches, instead of green plums.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to temper the egg yolks by slowly pouring the hot cream mixture into them while whisking constantly.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- For a softer ice cream, serve immediately after churning.

Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.

Reheating instructions:
Allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone, garnished with fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey.

Garnishes:
Fresh fruit, honey, chopped nuts, whipped cream

Pairings:
Serve with a slice of pound cake or shortbread cookies.

Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or a green salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture curdles, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve before churning.
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before serving.

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 at a safe temperature of 0°F or below to prevent bacterial growth.

Food history:
Ice cream has been enjoyed for centuries, with evidence of frozen desserts dating back to ancient China and Persia.

Flavor profiles:
This ice cream is sweet and creamy with a tart and fruity flavor from the green plums.

Serving suggestions:
Serve as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.

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Taste: Sweet, Tart, Fruity, Creamy