A historical dessert from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Take two quarts of the richest cream and add to it one pound of pulverized sugar and four whole eggs; mix well together
Place on the fire, stirring constantly, and just bring to boiling point
Remove immediately and continue to stir until nearly cold
Flavor with a tablespoonful of extract of vanilla
Place in freezer and, when half frozen, mix thoroughly into it one pound of preserved fruits, in equal parts of peaches, apricots, gages, cherries, pineapples, etc.; all of these fruits are to be cut up into small pieces and mixed well with frozen cream
If you desire to mold this ice sprinkle it with a little carmine, dissolved in a teaspoonful of water, with two drops of spirits of ammonia; mix in this color, so that it will be streaky or in veins like marble
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Heating the cream and egg mixture to just below boiling creates a custard base (crème anglaise) where egg proteins denature and thicken the mixture, providing rich body and preventing ice crystals from forming large networks. The sugar not only sweetens but lowers the freezing point, keeping the ice cream scoopable. Adding fruit when half-frozen prevents it from sinking and distributes it evenly throughout, while the fruit's sugar content further disrupts ice crystal formation for a smoother texture.
The custard base must be made ahead and chilled completely, ideally 8-24 hours before churning. Store covered in the refrigerator. The preserved fruits can be chopped and stored separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before use.
Transfer finished ice cream to an airtight, freezer-safe container and press plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent ice crystals. Freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up completely. Homemade ice cream is best consumed within 1-2 weeks; after this time, ice crystals may form and texture may become grainy. Let stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping for easier serving.
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The custard base must be made ahead and chilled completely, ideally 8-24 hours before churning. Store covered in the refrigerator. The preserved fruits can be chopped and stored separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before use.
Transfer finished ice cream to an airtight, freezer-safe container and press plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent ice crystals. Freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up completely. Homemade ice cream is best consumed within 1-2 weeks; after this time, ice crystals may form and texture may become grainy. Let stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping for easier serving.
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