Here Comes July – National Ice Cream Month

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27 Jun 2008 National Ice Cream Month is celebrated by the US every July. This month was designated as national ice cream month by Ronald Reagan in 1984.  He also appointed the third Sunday in July as National Ice Cream Day. Reagan recognized the popularity of ice cream in the United States (90% of the nation's population consumes ice cream) and stated that these two events should be observed with "appropriate ceremonies and activities." A great way to observe National Ice Cream Month and Ice Cream Day is to make ice cream in your ice cream ball! You get to be outside having fun ... {More...}

Fiery Hot Ice Cream

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26 Jun 2008 A lot of my friends enjoy really hot & spicy foods.  They are constantly ordering "5 stars" at the Thai and Indian restaurants we frequent.  I bet they'd love jalapeno ice cream!  Here's a recipe: Ingredients: 1 medium jalapeño or serrano chile 1 cup water 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups milk 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 9 large egg yolks 1 tablespoon framboise or vanilla extract Directions: Quarter the chile lengthwise and remove the seeds, veins, and any remnants of stem. Chop it into 1/4−inch pieces. Place the chopped chile in a small saucepan. Add water and 1 cup of ... {Tags: } {More...}

Ben & Jerry’s Oreo Mint Ice Cream

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18 Jun 2008 This ice cream was a top seller for Ben & Jerry's for a long, long time. Check it out. Ingredients: 2/3 c Oreo's -- coarsely chopped 2 lg Eggs 3/4 c Sugar 2 c Heavy or whipping cream 1 c ... {Tags: , } {More...}

Pineapple Orange Ice Cream

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11 Jun 2008 Here are two variations of pineapple orange ice cream recipes I've found online: #1 6 12 Oz. cans Orange Crush soda 1 Can of condensed milk 1 Lg. can of crushed pineapple #2 1 1/2 Cups half and half 1 1/2 Cups sugar 1 1/2 Cream 1 Can concentrated orange juice Small can crushed pineapple 3 Tablespoons lemon juice Directions: Heat half and half, but do not let liquid boil. Stir in the sugar until it dissolves. Chill mixture in the refrigerator and then add the cream. Pour the mixture into an ice cream freezer container and process until the ... {Tags: , , } {More...}

Introducing the Exclusive Light Up Ice Cream Maker!

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05 Jun 2008 We alluded to it in earlier posts, and it's finally here! The LIGHT UP ICE CREAM BALL! Introducing the NEW Play & Freeze Ice Cream Maker that lights up as you make your ice cream! Our unique light system illuminates the ball the entire time you're making ice cream. Making ice cream after dark is definitely a "bright" idea with this new ball. The Light Up Ice Cream Ball is great for: camping, cookouts, sleepovers, fireworks, and more! Grab your Light Up Ice Cream Maker, turn out the lights and let's make some ice cream! {More...}

Fried Ice Cream Without the Deep Frying

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05 Jun 2008 How do you make "fried" ice cream without actually deep frying the ice cream? Ingredients 4 oz maderia cake, crumbled 4 scoops vanilla ice-cream (make it yourself! it'll taste sooooooooo good!) Caramel topping, to serve (check my other entries for making caramel sauce from condensed milk) Directions: Place the cake crumbs in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a plate and set aside for 5 minutes to cool. Working with 1 scoop of ice-cream at a time, roll the ice-cream in the crumb mixture. Place in serving bowls. Drizzle with caramel ... {Tags: } {More...}