Gelato Recipe

Gelato Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Base

   In a saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and half of the sugar. Heat over medium heat until just simmering.

2. 2

   Whisk the Yolks

   In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and remaining sugar until pale and thick.

3. 3

   Temper the Eggs

   Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.

4. 4

   Thicken the Mixture

   Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

5. 5

   Cool and Flavor

   Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and salt. Let it cool completely. Divide the base into separate bowls for different flavors.

6. 6

   Add Flavorings

   For chocolate gelato, add melted chocolate; for pistachio, add pistachio paste; for coffee, add brewed coffee; for mint, add mint extract; for brownie, fold in brownie pieces; for spumoni, add chopped candied fruits and nuts.

7. 7

   Chill and Freeze

   Chill the flavored gelato bases in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, then churn in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions.

8. 8

   Serve

   Transfer the gelato to a container and freeze until firm. Serve in bowls or cones.