Rose Petal Ice Cream

submitted by butterflydog

1 cup rose petal jam or rose petal spread*
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 drop red food coloring ( optional )
1 tsp rose petal extract ( optional )
Chopped pistachio nuts ( optional )

I enjoy using the exotic flavors of orange blossom, almond and rose
petals. Since it is winter here and I don't grow my own roses and had no
access to organic pesticide free rose petals, I decided to concoct my own
ice cream recipe using a rose petal spread. The ice cream came out
wonderful with a delicate pink color and a subtle but wonderful flavor. I
intend to serve this along with a chocolate mousse cake to make the
presentation of color and complimenting flavors. Or perhaps serve the ice
cream along with a rose petal pond cake ! In a heavy duty sauce pot
place all ingredients and cook and stir over medium heat to dissolve the
rose petal spread. Cool and chill till very cold. Process in an electric
ice cream maker until thickened . Place mixture in a container, stir to
distribute any rose petal leaves from the spread and add and stir in nuts
if using. Freeze until firm before use - usually overnight. Yield: about 4
cups
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Note: if you do have some fresh ,clean, small , pesticide free rose petals
by all means add them to the ice cream maker when making the ice cream
adding them when the ice cream gets thickened. Note, no extra sugar in
the recipe.

* I used the Greek Brand: Sarantis but Ahmed is a Pakistani Brand . There
are other Turkish and Middle Eastern brands. All are found at ethnic
grocers or may be ordered on the Net. Remember to use a spread, preserves
or jam and not jelly.


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