Ingredients
2 package gelatin, unflavored
1/2 cup ; water, cold
9 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 each eggs, large, beaten
1 1/2 cup milk, scalded
1 cup ice cream, vanilla
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup cream, heavy, whipped
Directions
Sprinkle gelatin over cold water to soften. Heat to dissolve gelatin
completely. Mix together sugar and cornstarch. Add eggs; beat for 2
minutes. Slowly add warm milk, beating constantly. Pour into a
1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat until custard coats a spoon.
Add gelatin and ice cream while custard is hot. Cool until slightly
thickened. Add vanilla. Fold in whipped cream. Pour into a 1-quart
mold. Chill until set. Unmold carefully and serve with a garnish of
fresh fruits.
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: German
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