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Pistachio Gelato

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Creamy and rich Italian-style pistachio gelato made with real pistachios for a deep, nutty flavor. This dessert is a perfect treat for warm days or as a decadent finish to any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted shelled pistachios
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Place pistachios in a food processor and blend until finely ground.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine milk and ground pistachios. Heat over medium heat until just beginning to simmer, then remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.
  4. Reheat the pistachio-milk mixture until warm, then slowly pour it into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
  5. Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 170°F or 77°C).
  6. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  7. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pistachio bits for a smoother texture, if desired.
  8. Chill the custard in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches gelato consistency.
  10. Transfer to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a more intense pistachio flavor, toast the pistachios lightly before grinding.
  • Use high-quality pistachios for the best taste.
  • You can leave some pistachio bits unstrained if you prefer a chunkier texture.

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Keywords: pistachio gelato, Italian dessert, homemade gelato, pistachio ice cream

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