Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled shortbread cookies
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
2. In a blender or food processor, puree the sliced strawberries until smooth.
3. Stir the strawberry puree into the cooled cream mixture.
4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. During the last few minutes of churning, add in the crumbled shortbread cookies.
6. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
- Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
- Room temperature for cooling the cream mixture
Serving size:
- Makes about 1 quart of ice cream
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 360 per serving
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cookie crumbles in place of shortbread cookies.
- You can use frozen strawberries instead of fresh.
Variations:
- Add in chopped nuts or chocolate chips during the last few minutes of churning.
- Use different types of fruit purees, such as raspberry or blueberry.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream mixture is completely cooled before adding in the strawberry puree to prevent curdling.
- Freeze the ice cream in a shallow container to help it freeze faster and prevent ice crystals from forming.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping to make it easier to scoop.
Storage instructions:
- Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- N/A
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone.
- Top with additional crumbled shortbread cookies or fresh strawberries.
Garnishes:
- Crumbled shortbread cookies
- Fresh strawberries
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- N/A
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized dairy products to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Strawberry shortcake is a classic dessert that dates back to the 1850s in the United States.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and fruity.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert after a summer barbecue or picnic.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Strawberry, Cakey