Strawberry Creme Fraiche Ice Cream

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"In 'Luscious Berry Desserts' by Lori Longbottom"

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 1 quart

ingredients

• 1 pint ripe strawberry, hulled and sliced
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup creme fraiche (homemade or store-bought)
• 2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• salt, a pinch

directions

1. Puree the strawberries with the sugar in a food processor.
2. Transfer to a large glass measure or a bowl and whisk in the cream, creme fraiche, lemon juice to taste, vanilla, and salt.
3. Refrigerate, covered, until thoroughly chilled.
4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's directions.
5. After churning, the ice cream will be soft but ready to eat.
6. For a firmer texture, transfer to a freezer container and freeze for at least 2 hours.
7. Best served on the day it is made.