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Gelato

SUBMITTED BY: OSTAFF1  PHOTO BY: Bri Weipert 

"Basic Gelato Recipe...from my Italian mother-in-law. This recipe may be used as a base for your favorite flavors. Try adding vanilla, shaved chocolate or your favorite fruits. Experiment with desired flavors!"
Gelato Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 16 times with an average star rating of 4.7
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COOK TIME  3 Hrs
READY IN  3 Hrs

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sugar

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium saucepan, mix milk and cream. Warm until foam forms around the edges. Remove from heat.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until frothy. Gradually pour the warm milk into the egg yolks, whisking constantly. Return mixture to saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring with a wooden spoon until the mixture gels slightly and coats the back of the spoon. If small egg lumps begin to show, remove from heat immediately.
  3. Pour the mixture through a sieve or fine strainer into a bowl. Cover, and chill for several hours or overnight.
  4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker, and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to a sealed container, and freeze until firm. If the gelato is too firm, place it in the refrigerator until it reaches the desired consistency.

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2008 by naples34102 
Gelato differs from ice cream in that it has a lower fat content (higher ratio of milk to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by FEEDMENOW 
Wow, I feel kind like a trailblazer! ostaff1, thanks for sharing this basic recipe. We... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2006 by weatherman 
This recipe tasted pretty close to the gelato I enjoyed in Rome. It was perhaps (as one other... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2004 by SARGON 
Very impressive. I too skipped the milk in favor of cream (had it on hand already) and melted... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 28, 2006 by Karen 
I had gelato in italy, and this homemade recipe tasted almost the same, next time i'll add... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2004 by SHERRYMAREE 
I didn't like this recipe at all. I don't like to be able to taste raw egg in icecream and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 6, 2008 by Karie 
Very excellent taste of Italy. I used the Gelato Harlequin Electric Ice Cream Maker by Nemox.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2008 by Em 
I doubled this recipe, but still only used 5 eggs...I might not even use that many next time. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2008 by Paula 
This is an excellent gelato recipe. You definitely taste the rich egg custard so it is well... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.69 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 23, 2008 by ROBYNBNB 
This basic recipe has good flavour. I added pure vanilla to start, as we will continue making... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Gelato

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 416

  • Total Fat: 28.8g
  • Cholesterol: 296mg
  • Sodium: 81mg
  • Total Carbs: 33g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 7.9g

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