News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 29, 2022: Yes, there is such a thing as jerk ice cream and it undoubtedly was born in Jamaica. Here’s how you can make it this weekend.

INGREDIENTS

For 1 1’2 Pint

1 Pint heavy cream

1 tbsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp jerk seasoning, mild

1/2 cup sugar

6 egg yolks

1 banana (peeled)

INSTRUCTIONS

Place cream, jerk seasoning and vanilla bean in a medium-sized saucepot and bring to a boil.

1 Pint heavy cream, 1 tbsp jerk seasoning, mild, 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Place sugar and egg yolks in a mixing bowl.

Remove cream from heat and whisk into the yolk mixture in small 1–2-ounce increments.

When ¾ of the cream is in the yolks, add the yolk mixture back into the saucepot.

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to slightly thicken or reaches 180°F on a thermometer.

Transfer product to a clean bowl add the banana and using an immersion blender, puree.

1 banana (peeled)

Strain into a clean bowl and cool in an ice-bath or in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally.

When the product is completely cooled, churn for five minutes.

Serve and eat cold!

Bon Appetite