Fresh Mint Gelato
A gelato with a delightful fresh mint flavor
Servings 3 cups
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups milk
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 tbsp corn starch
- 7 sprigs mint
Instructions
- Combine milk, cream, sugar, and cornstarch in a medium to large sauce pan, whisking until smooth
- Place on medium heat and slowly bring mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking
- Continue stirring until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (10-15 minutes)
- Remove from heat and pour into a heat- and freezer-safe container, stirring to begin cooling process
- Submerge rinsed mint leaves for 5-7 minutes (keep them on the stems if possible)
- Use a slotted spoon to remove leaves from mixture
- Cool mixture by placing into a refrigerator for 1-3 hours
- Follow your ice cream maker's directions for gelato to freeze or place in a freezer-safe container and into a freezer for 4-8 hours, hand-churning every 30 minutes