Gelato with Roasted Pistachios

Gelato with Roasted Pistachios is a creamy, nutty, and flavorful frozen dessert that is perfect for a hot summer day. The roasted pistachios add a wonderful depth of flavor and a slight crunch to the gelato. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking.

Gelato is a type of Italian frozen dessert that is similar to ice cream, but it is denser and has a lower fat content. Gelato is made with milk, sugar, and flavorings, and it is churned at a slower speed than ice cream, which results in a smoother texture. The roasted pistachios in this recipe add a wonderful depth of flavor and a slight crunch to the gelato.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 cup roasted pistachios, shelled
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 egg yolks

Instructions

1. Combine the milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. Add the roasted pistachios to the saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the pistachios are softened.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the heavy cream and egg yolks.
4. Return the saucepan to medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture has thickened and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
7. Freeze the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Transfer the gelato to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Why It Works

• The roasted pistachios add a wonderful depth of flavor and a slight crunch to the gelato.
• The low fat content of gelato makes it a healthier option than ice cream.
• The slower churning speed results in a smoother texture than ice cream.