Chef's Blog, Chef's Notes Plus

Making Ice Cream from Vanilla Sauce

Hot tip for ice cream enthusiasts! Vanilla Sauce, a stirred cooked custard, can be churned and frozen to become vanilla ice cream. The base can be infused with flavors, like coffee or fruits, or mixed with inclusions like crushed toffee or chocolate sauce. All of the ingredients add flavor to […]

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Tempering Eggs for Smooth Custards and Creams

Tempering is a technique that allows you to add eggs to a hot liquid without scrambling them. We see tempering in recipes for crème brûlée, vanilla sauce, pastry cream, and some savory cooked egg dishes. The technique itself is simple but fast-moving, and it requires some preparation before beginning to […]