One of Italy’s most popular gelati, or ice cream, the unadorned custard gelato is rich with cream and eggs. The purity of the gelato is utterly refreshing.
Burger Bar Milkshakes
Apr 30, 2009 by
There’s a darn good reason why even sophisticates deign to chase burgers with milkshakes. It works. Just as the menu at any burger joint or diner will attest.
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Apricot Semifreddo
Dec 27, 2008 by
This is a frozen apricot mousse made airy thanks to the folding in of whipped cream. When sliced it’s beautifully flecked with golden bits of apricot.
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Profiteroles
Nov 05, 2008 by
These profiteroles, also know as ice cream filled pastry puffs, are chocolate and cradle vanilla ice cream. On the plate is a puddle of chocolate sauce.
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Margarita Granita
Jul 27, 2008 by
This frozen granita dessert is made from tequila, lime juice, orange juice, and Cointreau. It’s a refreshing light end to a summer meal.
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Frozen Lemon Meringue Pie
Jul 04, 2008 by
This is a cool spin on the classic lemon pie. A sorbet-ice cream filling stands in for the usual custard and the whole pie gets popped in the freezer.
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Floating Islands with Black Currant Sauce
Apr 27, 2008 by
This is a winner. Islands of fluffy poached meringue float on a sea of cool custard trickled with a sharp black currant fruit puree.
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Cherry-Vanilla Brioche Pudding with Maple-Star Anise Ice Cream
Apr 24, 2008 by
This bread pudding a refined affair that uses brioche and a custardy sauce, called creme Anglaise. On the side is a maple-and-licorice-flavored ice cream.
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Gingersnap Dulce de Leche Ice-Cream Sandwiches
Sep 27, 2007 by
The gingery bite of the cookies is a delicious contrast to the caramel sweetness of the dulce de leche ice cream.
Star Anise-Lemon Sorbet
Aug 27, 2007 by
This lemony, aromatic sorbet with Asian overtones never fails to impress. The star anise pairs nicely with the lemon and tempers the sweetness of the sorbet.
Nectarine Sorbet
Aug 01, 2007 by
This rosy nectarine sorbet can be made even more special by the addition of a tipple of red wine and scoops of fresh berries and just sliced nectarines.
Green Tea Ice Cream
May 31, 2007 by
Get a load of this stunning scoop! This silken ice cream has a vibrant sea-green shade that’s as distinctive as its nuanced, vaguely tea-y taste.
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Malted Milk Ball Sundae
May 27, 2007 by
Fresh hot fudge sauce, old-timey malted milk balls, and fresh ice cream come together in a wallop of a sundae that will bring you back to your childhood.
Mango Gelato
Apr 27, 2007 by
Tangy mangos enliven this gelato–a cousin to ice cream. Serve it with a pretty edible blossom, such as a nasturtium or violet tucked on top.
Lavender Honey Ice Cream
Apr 27, 2007 by
Lavender blossoms are steeped in half-and-half until fully flavored. The mixture is stirred with eggs to make a custard and churned for a cool, mellow treat.
Blueberry Ice Cream
Apr 27, 2007 by
Summer wouldn’t be the same without this rich, creamy ice cream bursting with fresh antioxidant blueberries and just a hint of lemon.
Milk Chocolate-Wafer and Chai-Ice Cream Dots
Aug 27, 2006 by
A frozen version of your favorite chai drink. It’s flavored with black tea, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon. On top and bottom are discs of chocolate.
Banana and Pecan Flambé
Aug 24, 2006 by
Vanilla ice cream is topped with glazed banana slices and toasted pecans. An orange liqueur syrup flavored with cinnamon and coconut is drizzled over it all.
Brown Sugar–Ice Cream Chocolate Roulade
Jun 27, 2006 by
Brown-sugar ice cream is spiraled between a bittersweet chocolate cake like a jelly roll. Ladled on top is a sumptuous coffee-caramel sauce.
Pear Sorbet
Apr 27, 2006 by
Nothing but fresh pears, sugar, water, and a bit of grappa is what makes this sorbet so refreshing and pure.