Cookies and Cream is a favorite ice cream flavor, but what about real cookies, and real ice cream. Not the quick, two step stuff, but the real custard style with eggs and cooking and everything. The best ingredients result in the best final product. So, look for some good imported chocolate, the freshest organic farm raised eggs, and organic sugar to make this wonderful treat to have in your freezer this summer.
Yes, I know this is a bit complicated. Three actual recipes that combine into one divine delight. First make the brandied cherries. (You can skip the brandy and use water to make it family friendly.) Then, the ice cream. And then, the cookies. Put them all together, wrap individually, and store in a zip bag in the freezer, and you have some very tasty frosty treats. In fact....mine are behind the frozen turkey--just so no one actually finds them...except me!!
Yes, I know this is a bit complicated. Three actual recipes that combine into one divine delight. First make the brandied cherries. (You can skip the brandy and use water to make it family friendly.) Then, the ice cream. And then, the cookies. Put them all together, wrap individually, and store in a zip bag in the freezer, and you have some very tasty frosty treats. In fact....mine are behind the frozen turkey--just so no one actually finds them...except me!!
1/2 pound bing cherries
1/2 cup brandy (or water)
1/4 cup sugar
Pit and halve the cherries. Place in a small saucepan and add the brandy (or water) and sugar. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 3 minutes. Cool, transfer to a jar, and store in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours, and up to one week before proceeding.
1/2 cup brandy (or water)
1/4 cup sugar
Pit and halve the cherries. Place in a small saucepan and add the brandy (or water) and sugar. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 3 minutes. Cool, transfer to a jar, and store in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours, and up to one week before proceeding.