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26 Feb 2008
The pomegranate is a fall and winter fruit, so this gelato is appropriate for the season. Refreshing without being heavy, it has a beautiful blush-pink color, and the tanginess of the fruit cuts the richness of the dairy. The result is an irresistible autumnal dessert you won't soon forget.
Active time: 15 min
Start to finish: 3 1/2 hr (includes chilling and freezing)
Servings: Makes 1 quart.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups bottled pomegranate juice
1/3 cup pomegranate liqueur such as PAMA
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Special equipment: an ice cream maker
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- Healthy Ice Cream and Recipes
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19 Feb 2008
What are pomegranates good for?
Researchers report that they are rich in antioxidants that can keep bad LDL cholesterol from oxidizing (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, May 2000). This degradation of LDL seems to be an initial step in the development of atherosclerosis. In addition, pomegranate juice, like aspirin, can help keep blood platelets from clumping together to form unwanted clots. [SOURCE]
Why not have your antioxidants and your calcium in one sitting?
Pomegranate Ice Cream Recipe
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