Ben and Jerry's. I think it's fair to say most people think of ice cream when they hear those three words. I remember when Ben and Jerry's ice cream wasn't available in Canada and how excited I was when it finally arrived up here. It was always my favourite ice cream and no trip to the States was complete without a dish or cone of Chunky Monkey or Cherry Garcia. I'm so happy to be able to make it at home now courtesy of my new cookbook, Ben & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream and Dessert Book. When I received my ice cream maker, this cookbook was at the top of my wish list.
I didn't know which ice cream should be the first I'd try. Rolo? Kit Kat? Orange Cream Dream? Coconut? Mocha Swiss Chocolate Almond? Heath Bar Crunch? Oreo Mint? I finally settled on the Cherry Garcia and was not disappointed. It's sweet and creamy, filled with bing cherries and dark chocolate chunks and is a tribute to the late Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead.
I have to note here that all the recipes in this book contain raw eggs. That's not a concern for me, but I know it will be for some people. I'm not sure why all their recipes contain raw eggs unless it has to do with the fact that this cookbook was written 23 years ago and maybe raw eggs weren't a problem then? I don't know, but be warned in case this is an issue for you and you were thinking of buying this book.
This ice cream went beyond my expectations. I'm still surprised for some reason just how good homemade ice cream is. I can't imagine eating store bought again, no matter how premium it is. There are numerous recipes from this book I want to try. I think next will be Kit Kat (for my son).
At the beginning of the book there is a history of Ben and Jerry and how they came to be where they are today. There are about 90 recipes in all. The recipes are simple and you get wonderful homemade ice cream.
I definitely recommend this cookbook. One of the best $10.00 I have ever spent!
Enjoy!
Cherry Garcia Ice Cream
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1/4 cup shaved plain chocolate*
1/4 cup fresh Bing cherries, halved and pitted (you may use canned cherries, but be sure and drain the syrup)**
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups heavy or whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
*I used 70% dark chocolate and did not shave it, but cut it into chunks
**I had to use canned
Place the shaved/broken up chocolate and the cherries in separate bowls. Cover and refrigerate.
Whisk the eggs in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the sugar, a little at a time, then continue whisking until completely blended, about 1 minute more. Pour in the cream and mlk and whisk to blend.
Transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and freeze following the manufacturer's instructions.
After the ice cream stiffens (about 2 minutes before it is done), add the chocolate and the cherries, then continue freezing until the ice cream is ready. (I then put mine into a container and into the freezer to harden as it's more like soft serve at that point).
Makes 1 quart
Source: Ben & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream and Dessert Book
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Oh Brenda, you don't know how delicious your ice cream looks right now - we are having a HEAT WAVE here - what I wouldn't give for a scoop!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the info on the raw eggs - wondering aloud if they use those in their commercial products?
I thought I died and went to heaven the first time I had Ben and Jerry's! Enjoy your new book!
Ramona
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Ramona, it's going down to 48F here tonight, our heat waves are done until next year I'd say although yesterday it was in the mid 80's here. Crazy! Thanks again for linking up!
ReplyDeleteAwesome!! I love Cherry Garcia...and Jerry Garcia ;) Never thought to make it at home, but yours look GORGEOUS!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather and thank you again for linking up this week!
ReplyDeleteThat looks so much better than the store bought Cherry Garcia! It's still ice cream weather here- thanks!
ReplyDeletethat looks so yummy! it's just like storebought but better! awesome job brenda.
ReplyDeleteHi. I'm new to Cookbook Sundays...decided to join in b/c what's the use of an unused cookbook?! Thanks for hosting.
ReplyDeleteYour ice cream looks great.
Good stuff that. I really like Ben and Jerrys. Did you know that I applied to be their CEO many years ago? I think kit was 1993...and they sent me a rejection letter suitanble for framing! I still have it.
ReplyDeleteI will be wanting to join your cookbook sunday series!
Tina, LOL! I'm suitably impressed! Not everyone can say they were rejected by Ben & Jerry's. ;o)
ReplyDeleteSee, now I didn't even know Ben and Jerry's had a cookbook out! I need to get this one because I'm a B&J lover. There is just something about their ice cream that steps it up a notch.
ReplyDeleteI really need to break out my cookbooks and whip something up for your linky.
Brenda - I linked up to your Cookbook Sunday and need to add your link on my page.
ReplyDeleteOh, I will have to scan that rejection letter - it's hilarious!!
I was just talking about Cherry Garcia and Jerry Garcia the other day - LOL! I love that you bought the Ben & Jerry's book. Cherries and chocolate, a winning combination. Can't wait to see what other flavors you make.
ReplyDeleteHeading off to check out all the contributions to Cookbook Sundays (such a fun idea)!
Wow, that ice cream looks good. I didn't even know Ben and Jerry's had a cookbook. I'll have to put that on my Christmas wish list. Thanks for hosting. I am linking up with a Ham, Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole.
ReplyDeleteHi Brenda, The ice-cream looks delicious! I'm wondering too why do they contain raw eggs, which I do not allow my kids to eat! For me, it is better be safe than sorry! LOL! But the ice cream truly looks wonderful, if you don't tell, I won't!
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ReplyDeleteI know, I don't understand why they use raw eggs. I'm just going to make a custard base in the future when making their ice cream. As you say, better safe than sorry!
The ice cream looks so tasty..I look forward to joining your cookbook Sundays...when I can... :)
ReplyDeleteBetter late than never! Thanks for hosting :-)
ReplyDeleteYour ice cream looks wonderful. I remember when Ben and Jerry's came to Canada too, and you've mentioned my two favourite flavours. Yum!
ReplyDeleteI can't tell you how excited I am for this recipe....I adore cherries (and of course chocolate too!) and well, my ice cream maker has been slightly neglected lately....time to give it a little attention with this lovely B and J's recipe you have so wonderful shared. :-)
ReplyDeleteThat ice cream looks so good!
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting on my cookies. I linked them up to your event!
Hi Brenda! I didn't know you did a sunday linky party! I am just starting to link up on sunday's and I happened to notice someone else linking to you! Very cool. I will certainly be linking up soon, but I will also share your blog carnival on my thoughts on friday link love at a moderate life so more folks will know about it and stop by! :) Alex@amoderatelife
ReplyDeleteAlex, thank you so much, I really appreciate that!!!
ReplyDeleteIce cream is very popular in this household. Your recipe sound so cremy good. I still am planning to do the Sunday cookbook thing; where is the time going?
ReplyDeleteRita
Rita, no problem! Whenever you can is great. No pressure. :o)
ReplyDeleteI just found your Cookbook Sunday and your blog from another blog and am now following. I missed the timeframe for this party, but will certainly remember it for next week as I have 100's of cookbooks that my husband laughs at me about! I hope you stop by sometime, and also post on my Friday (Fresh Clean and Pure Friday) blog party and/or my Seasonal Saturday party. PS....I made David Lebovitz' Peach Ice Cream last month (also posted) and it was ridiculously delicious. I have not purchased the book yet, but it seems inevitable!!!
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