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lemon gelato

Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
Surrey South, BC

Incredibly refreshing and tasty, this is perfect to enjoy this summer.

yield 1 quart
prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Ice-Cream Maker

Ingredients For lemon gelato

  • 3/4 c
    whole milk
  • 1 c
    heavy cream
  • 1 c
    granulated sugar
  • 1/16 tsp
    ground sea salt
  • 2/3 c
    freshly squeezed lemon juice (see footnote)
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    lemon zest
  • 3 dash
    natural food coloring (optional)

How To Make lemon gelato

  • 1
    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar and salt. Stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved – don’t warm up the mixture – and remove from the heat.
  • 2
    In the jar of a blender, add milk mixture, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Process on high speed until blended, about 30 seconds. While the blender is running, add some food coloring.
  • 3
    Transfer the mixture to a large measuring cup, cover with plastic wrap and chill for 3 hours.
  • 4
    Later, pour the lemon mixture into an ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturers’ instructions.
  • 5
    Scoop the gelato into an ice cream container and transfer to the freezer for a good 18 hours or enjoy it right away. Yields 4 cups/1 quart.
  • 6
    To view this delicious Italian cold treat on YouTube, click here >>> https://youtu.be/g-fXFQ6bY5U
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