Lemon Verbena Ice Cream

Lemon Verbena Ice Cream
You can never have too many dessert recipes, so give Lemon Verbenan Ice Cream a try. One portion of this dish contains approximately 1g of protein, 5g of fat, and a total of 68 calories. This gluten free and vegetarian recipe serves 45. It is perfect for Summer. If you have milk, lemon verbena leaves, sugar, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Heat cream and milk together in a 4 qt. pot. When liquid boils, remove from heat, add verbena leaves, and cover. Steep about 2 hours to develop flavors.
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Strain liquid and return to pot; discard leaves.
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Heat liquid over high heat until it reaches a simmer.
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Whisk together yolks and sugar just as liquid reaches a simmer. Working in 1/2 cup increments, add hot liquid to yolk and sugar mixture until mixture is warm and the consistency of milk.
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Pour custard into pot and cook over high heat, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Do not let boil.
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Strain custard into a bowl and nestle in another bowl filled with ice water to chill, stirring occasionally, until cold to the touch.
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Churn custard in an ice cream maker according to manufacturers' instructions. Freeze in an airtight container until firm, about 4 hours.
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Ready In45 m.
Servings45
Health Score0
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