Before you say “ugh” to yourself (or out loud) think about this recipe. If you don’t like marmalade but like oranges then STOP and read this or better still make it!
I happen to make a killer marmalade as we have 7 Seville orange trees in our garden that bear tons of fruit. My marmalade, however, is not the clear orange type with fine-cut peel, it’s a dark amber color that I allow to boil down until almost at burning point with a very coarse peel. It is divine and I have many friends asking me for it.
Turning it into ice cream is absolutely wonderful and you will be hooked.
1 1/4 cups marmalade (Store bought is also good if you don’t make your own)
1/2 tsp good vanilla extract
2 tbsp orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau
1 cup half and half
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, but lovely)
In a large mixing bowl combine the marmalade, vanilla and liqueur.
Stir in the half and half and cream.
Put in your ice cream maker and make according to the manufacturer’s instructions. When the ice cream is becoming thick, add the chocolate chips
When finished churning, put the ice cream into a container and freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight before eating.
I made an ice cream with a goat cheese base that called out for something tangier than the green tomato jam in the original recipe. I think marmalade may be the winner…I can’t wait to try it.