Chocolate Gelato

1. 1

   Coarsely chop chocolate.

2. 2

   In a 2-quart heavy saucepan bring milk, cream, and about half of sugar just to a simmer, stirring until sugar is dissolved.

3. 3

   Remove pan from heat and add cocoa powder and chocolate, whisking until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.

4. 4

   Have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water.

5. 5

   In a bowl with an electric mixer beat yolks and remaining sugar until thick and pale.

6. 6

   Add hot chocolate mixture in a slow stream, whisking, and pour into saucepan.

7. 7

   Cook custard over moderately low heat, stirring constantly, until a thermometer registers 170F.

8. 8

   (Do not let boil.)

9. 9

   Pour custard through a sieve into a metal bowl set in ice and cold water and cool.

10. 10

    Chill custard, covered, until cold.

11. 11

    Freeze custard in an ice-cream maker.

12. 12

    Transfer to an airtight container and put in freezer to harden, 1 to 3 hours.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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