basil ice cream
Basil is a favorite herb for many of us. Its sweet yet bold flavor and aroma can lend freshness to so many dishes. It is in full abundance this time of year and this week we are using it to make ice cream. Making ice cream is a fun and gratifying process that yields its own reward, that is, well, ice cream! Chef Mike Hofmann at Hotel Washington is sharing his own recipe for basil infused ice cream that is a full feast for the senses. Whether making ice cream is a summer ritual for you or you are attempting it for the first time this recipe is sure to delight. {basil ice cream} Total time: up to 12 hours (depending on chilling and ice cream machine) Active time: 45 minutes Enjoy: with a spoon and good company 1/2 quart heavy cream 1 ½ quart whole milk 1 ½ cup sugar 15 egg yolk 8 ounce whole fresh basil 1 pinch of salt 1 squosh vanilla { you will also need } medium saucepan large stock pot (will be used to create a steam bath) large m
