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Fresh Strawberry Gelato

4.9

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This recipe comes from Katrina and Carmelo Turillo, owners of La Divina Gelateria in New Orleans.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 4 cups

Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar (preferably organic)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 1/4 cups sliced hulled strawberries
2 tablespoons pomegranate juice

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Stir sugar and cornstarch in heavy medium saucepan. Whisk in milk and cream. Whisk over medium heat until gelato base thickens and begins to bubble, about 5 minutes. Pour into bowl. Cool over ice, stirring occasionally.

    Step 2

    Puree strawberries in processor. Strain into gelato base. Mix in pomegranate juice. Chill 3 hours. Process in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to container. Cover; freeze until firm, at least 3 hours and up to 2 days.

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