Black Pepper Ice Cream Recipe

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   Combine the lowfat milk, cream and 1 c. of the sugar in a heavy saucepan.

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   Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

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   Meanwhile, whisk together the egg yolks and the remaining 1/4 c. of sugar.

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   Remove the lowfat milk mix from the heat and add in a little to the egg yolk mix to hot it, whisking constantly to keep the yolks from curdling.

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   Pour the yolk mix into the warm lowfat milk mix, whisking the lowfat milk constantly as you pour.

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   Return the custard to the stove and cook it over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, till it thickens sufficient to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 min.

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   Remove from the heat and strain into a bowl.

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   Stir in the crushed peppercorns and the salt.

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   Refrigeratethe custard till it's thoroughly cool, at least 4 hrs.

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    Strain again and freeze in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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    This ice cream pairs wonderfully with summer fruits such as berries and peaches.

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    This recipe yields 8 (1/2-c.) servings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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