Prune-Armagnac Ice Cream

1. 1

   To prepare the prunes, remove the pits and cut the prunes into quarters.

2. 2

   Put the prune pieces in a small saucepan with the Armagnac and the 2 tablespoons sugar.

3. 3

   Heat until the Armagnac starts bubbling.

4. 4

   Stir the prunes, then cover and let stand for at least 2 hours.

5. 5

   (The prunes can be macerated a few days in advance.)

6. 6

   To make the ice cream, puree the prunes and any liquid in a food processor or blender along with the sour cream, milk, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla.

7. 7

   Pulse the mixture until its almost smooth, with a few bits of prune remaining.

8. 8

   Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator, then freeze it in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturers instructions.

9. 9

   If youve never had prunes and chocolate together, try studding this ice cream with Dark Chocolate Truffles (page 211).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.