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Almond Amaretto Gelato

(Servings: 6)

INGREDIENTS:

4 cups heavy cream5 egg yolks 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup crushed blanched almonds1 tablespoon Amaretto liqueur

METHOD:

Pour the cream into a saucepan and heat gently. Beat the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and creamy. Beat 2 tablespoons of the hot cream intothe egg mixture, then beat in the remaining cream, a half cup at a time. Pour into a double boiler, or into a bowl set over a pan of simmering water, and cook over a gentle heat, stirring constantly 15 to 20 minutes, until the mixture coats the back of a spoon. Cool mixture,then chill. Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions. While the paddle is churning, add the almonds and Amaretto, freeze gelato overnight. Place in the refrigerator about 20 minutes before serving. Almond Amaretto Gelato

Applebee’s Walnut Blondie

Blondes really do have more fun! This blondie is baked with nuts, topped with both ice cream and chopped walnuts, and served warm covered with a rich, sizzling maple butter sauce.

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INGREDIENTS:

1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon baking soda 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup flour, sifted 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (or more if desired) 1/3 cup butter or margarine (melted) 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup white chocolate chips Maple Butter Sauce: 3/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup butter 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)