how to make ice cream without an ice cream maker

How To Make how to make ice cream without an ice cream maker

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  While using an electric or hand-cranked ice cream maker will get you to your sweet reward a little easier, it's not a necessity. Here's how to make do without one: 1. Combine the ingredients for your ice cream mixture following the recipe. Chill the mixture over an ice bath. Meanwhile, freeze an empty freezer-safe shallow bowl or pan. Stainless steel works well for this. 2. Place the cold mixture into the cold pan. 3. Chill for about 20 minutes & check your ice cream. As the edges start to freeze, stir the mixture rapidly with a whisk or spatula to break up the partially frozen ice cream. This will help make it smooth & creamy. You cannot over-beat. Return to the freezer. 4. Stir ice cream vigorously every 30 minutes until it is firmly frozen. This may be repeated 4 to 5 times until mixture is smooth & creamy. If ice cream becomes too hard, place it into the refrigerator until it becomes soft enough to beat & continue the process. 5. Ripen the ice cream by storing it in a covered freezer container until ready to serve.
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  With an Ice Cream Maker Fill the cylinder of your ice cream maker no more than 2/3 full; freeze according to the manufacturer's directions. If working in batches, refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze. Transfer the finished dessert into a freezer container; cover & freeze until firm. This will take 2 - 4 hours. Know the Difference? • Sorbet — contains no dairy; is very light in flavor. • Sherbet — contains fruit, but also dairy & is lighter than ice cream. • Frozen Yogurt — Contains dairy that has been cultured; resembles soft ice cream. • Ice Cream — Must have at least 10% milk fat; may or may not contain eggs. • Gelato — Ice cream with a mix of milk & sometimes cream & eggs; boasts a dense texture.
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