Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe

 Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe

Yields: About 1 quart

Prep time: 20 minutes

Chill time: 4 hours or overnight

Freeze time: 20-30 minutes

Ingredients:

 * 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

 * 1/2 cup granulated sugar

 * 1 cup whole milk

 * 1 cup heavy cream

 * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

 * Pinch of salt

Instructions:

 * Combine strawberries and sugar: In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries and sugar. Let stand for 15-20 minutes, or until the strawberries release their juices.

 * Blend the mixture: Transfer the strawberry mixture to a blender. Blend until smooth.

 * Combine remaining ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt.

 * Combine mixtures: Pour the strawberry mixture into the bowl with the milk mixture. Stir gently to combine.

 * Chill: Cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

 * Freeze: Churn the chilled mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

 * Harden: Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.

Tips:

 * For a sweeter ice cream, add a bit more sugar to the strawberries.

 * For a chunkier ice cream, reserve some of the strawberries and fold them into the ice cream after it's churned.

 * To make the ice cream even more flavorful, use fresh, ripe strawberries.

 * Garnish with fresh strawberries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce before serving.

Enjoy your homemade strawberry ice cream!