Banana Gelato

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Gelato, or italian ice cream, tends to be lower in fat than ice cream, as it’s made from milk with just a touch of cream. However, its texture is traditionally denser as it has less air beaten into it. Oddly enough, this gelato tastes like caramel and is great with toasted pecans. From relish magazine. freezing time is not included in prep time.

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Steps

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Bring milk and bananas to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium heat.

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Cover , reduce heat to low , and simmer 10 minutes.

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Cool 5 minutes , then pure in a blender or food processor until smooth.

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Return mixture to saucepan.

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Set over very low heat to keep warm.

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Beat yolks and sugar in a large bowl with a mixer at high speed until thick.

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Beat half the milk mixture into yolk mixture in a thin stream , then combine with remaining milk mixture in saucepan.

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Set over low heat and cook until mixture coats back of a spoon , about 2 minutes.

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Stir in vanilla , salt and cream.

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Pour into large container , cover , and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.

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Pour mixture into the canister of an ice-cream freezer.

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Freeze according to manufacturers instructions.

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Ingredients

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whole milk, bananas, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, heavy cream