Ingredients for Star Anise Ice Cream
- Milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Sugar
- Star Anise
- 4 large egg yolks
- Pernod
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How to Make Star Anise Ice Cream
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add the star anise pods and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it gently simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the star anise flavor to infuse the cream.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture steep for 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Remove the star anise pods and stir in the egg yolks. Whisk until the yolks are fully incorporated.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. This removes any remaining star anise pieces and ensures a smooth texture.
- Refrigerate the custard for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This chilling step is crucial for achieving the best texture.
- Churn the chilled custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes.
- Once churned, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to allow it to harden further before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
269g
Fat
446g
Carbs
36g
