Chocolate Walnut Gelato

I have not tried this recipe. I got it from Tops courtesy of Walnut Marketing Board.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 3  cups water
• 1⁄2 cup granulated sugar
• 1⁄4 cup  unsweetened dutch cocoa
• 3  ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1  tablespoon orange zest
• 1  cup  toasted california walnut, finely chopped

Directions

1. In medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water, sugar and cocoa powder to a boil, whisking constantly.
2. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar is completely dissolved and cocoa is well blended, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate until melted. Let cool completely.
3. Stir in orange zest and california walnuts. Cover and refrigerate until completely cold, about 4 hours.
4. Spoon chilled chocolate into shallow metal pan; freeze until almost firm, about 3 hours. Break into chunks; puree in food processor. Pack into airtight container and freeze until firm, about 1 hour. Alternatively, transfer chilled mixture to ice cream maker and prepare according to manufacturer's instructions.
5. Chef's Tip: Use good quality chocolate to achieve the best results; do not use baking chocolate.