Homemade Pear Ice Cream

Ingredients

Ripe pears

4 cups, peeled, cored, and chopped

Granulated sugar

3/4 cup

Whole milk

1 cup

Heavy cream

2 cups

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Instructions

1. Begin by peeling and coring the ripe pears, then chop them into small chunks.
2. In a blender or food processor, puree the chopped pears until smooth. For a chunkier texture, reserve some of the chopped pears and fold them in after blending.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the pear puree, heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved and all ingredients are evenly mixed.
4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency, usually about 20-25 minutes.
5. Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
6. When ready to serve, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften for easier scooping. Serve in bowls or cones and relish the taste of summer!