Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 egg yolks
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Candy thermometer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, and salted caramel sauce over medium heat until it reaches a simmer.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 10 minutes).
5. Remove from heat and stir in the crumbled bacon and sea salt.
6. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
7. Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for simmering, low heat for cooking
Serving size:
Makes about 1 quart of ice cream
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use unsalted caramel sauce instead of salted caramel sauce and add an extra 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt to the recipe.
- You can use turkey bacon or vegan bacon as a substitute for regular bacon.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the ice cream mixture for added texture.
- You can drizzle additional salted caramel sauce over the top of the ice cream before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cook the custard mixture over low heat and stir constantly to prevent it from curdling.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning in the ice cream maker for the best texture.
- Freeze the ice cream for at least 2 hours or until firm before serving.
Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container 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 and drizzle with additional salted caramel sauce.
Garnishes:
Top the ice cream with a sprinkle of sea salt or additional crumbled bacon.
Pairings:
This ice cream pairs well with a warm slice of apple pie or a chocolate brownie.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the ice cream as a dessert on its own or with a side of fresh fruit.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the custard mixture curdles, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve before churning in the ice cream maker.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the custard mixture to at least 160°F to ensure that any harmful bacteria are killed.
Food history:
Salted caramel has been a popular flavor in desserts for many years, and the addition of bacon to ice cream has become a trendy flavor combination in recent years.
Flavor profiles:
This ice cream has a sweet and salty flavor profile, with the richness of the caramel and cream balanced by the smoky and salty flavor of the bacon.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this ice cream as a decadent dessert for a special occasion or as a fun and unexpected treat for a summer barbecue.
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