Ricotta Gelato

By cuznvin

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1-1/2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 2/3 cup coarsely chopped semi-sweet chocolate
• 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
• Grated zest of one large orange

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the cream, milk, and sugar.
Cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a simmer.
Remove from heat.
Add the cinnamon stick and vanilla to the milk; let sit for 30 minutes.
Remove the cinnamon stick.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Stir in the ricotta cheese until smooth.
Transfer to an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's directions.
Add the chocolate, pistachios, and zest about half way through the churning time.
Transfer to a container and freeze for about 1 hour.