Since we’re back home a few days earlier than intended, we made a pact to do nothing but have fun and spend time together. (My “fun” time was spent at the grocery store and doing laundry. LOL) And since we’re on a serious count down to school, it’s high time we tick the last few things off of our summer bucket list. Hence tonight’s Sunday Supper of homemade pizzas, ice cream and magic shell!!
We had such a fun time with the pizzas. I bought two bags of dough from the bakery and cut each in half so that we had individual pizzas to work with. We made a quick list of toppings this morning and I cut everything up in advance.
It’s nights like this when I’m in love with my convection oven. I really wanted Honey to cook them on the Big Green Egg (it’s SO delish), but we were all starving and ready to eat.
They were SO SO yummy and we have leftovers for tomorrow night. Yeehaw!
Earlier in the day we set to work making homemade ice cream and nutella magic shell. I’ve been dying to try the Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Roasted Cherries from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams at Home and it certainly did not disappoint (much like Jeni’s over on the Westside – always delish). It’s decadent and rich and just the right amount of sweet. Honey was scared to try it, but three scoops later (hello, tummy ache) was smitten.
Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Roasted Cherries
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 4 oz. fresh goat cheese
- 1 1/2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- Roasted Cherries
1. Mix about 2 tablespoons of the milk with the cornstarch in a small bowl to make a smooth slurry. Whisk the goat cheese, cream cheese, and salt in a medium bowl until smooth. Fill a large bowl with ice and water.
2. Combine the remaining milk, the cream, sugar, and corn syrup in a 4-quart saucepan, bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, and boil for 4 minutes. Remove from the heat, and gradually whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Bring the mixture back to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, stirring with a rubber spatula, until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
3. Gradually whisk the hot milk mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth. Pour the mixture into a 1-gallon Ziploc freezer bag and submerge the sealed bag in the ice bath. Let stand, adding more ice as necessary, until cold, about 30 minutes.
4. Pour the ice cream base into the frozen canister and spin until thick and creamy (20 minutes for me). Pack the ice cream into a storage container, alternating it with layers of the cherries and ending with a spoonful of cherries; do not mix. Press a sheet of parchment directly against the surface, and seal with an airtight lid. Freeze in the coldest part of your freezer until firm, at least 4 hours.
Nutella Magic Shell
- 2/3 cups Nutella
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
1. In a small bowl, combine Nutella and oil. Microwave for about 20 seconds until you can easily stir.
2. Pour into a small mason jar and store at room temperature. If it solidifies in storage, microwave for a few seconds to liquefy before pouring on top of ice cream.
I’m backtracking a bit, but I spent the afternoon hanging with the Class of 2027 at the baby’s Kindergarten Social. He hid behind a bench for the first fifteen minutes until his little friend C showed up. I wanted to just pick him up and bring him home forever, sweet shy boy. I think this outing made me more nervous than ever about him starting school. :-(
Speak of the devils, I can hear that they are still awake and suppose it’s high time I go in there and lay down the law…
xoxo
I accidentally fell in love with Jeni's when I bought a pint of Brambleberry Crisp at Whole Foods. It rang up at the register as $11.99 / pint and I argued with the cashier that it couldn't possibly be so expensive… he agreed and changed the price to the other pints on the same shelf thinking it was mis-marked. Welp. I went to another WF a week later looking for Jeni's again because that ice cream is flipping AMAZING and wouldn't you know it? That pint really is $11.99. WOWZA. I savor every bite :)
…buying that recipe book NOW!
That ice cream sounds delicious. MYO pizza night is always a hit here. Can't believe it's already time for back to school. :-/
I will say a little prayer for you and precious Whit during this upcoming transition. You'll both find your way and I bet he comes home very excited within the first few days. :) Plan something special for yourself that morning and savor the beauty of the moment (through the tears!)
Until then, continue to enjoy the "dogs days of summer!"
Jane, San Diego
Aaaahhh Jane, I love your comments. Best,
Dotti (alias Marme)
Love homemade pizza! And, now that I can't eat tomatoes I have had to get creative. I saw that ice cream at Whole Foods too, and thought #2 would love to try it…but when hubby pointed out the price I was like WHAT???!!
Praying for Whit, and you, as he makes this transition. I am sure he will love it once he gets settled. Change is hard for everyone!!
Love the recipe! I bought the oil a long time ago because everyone seemed to rave over it and haven't found a single use for it…until now!
Could you tell me the difference between doing the convection and just regular 425*? My new oven is convection and I don't quite understand what its for, other than a potroast!
Shauna – I'm not sure I completely know. The fan in the back circulates the air better so you can cook on multiple racks without having one get burned and the other still raw. It also can take time off of things that have to cook for a long while. For a pizza that only cooked 18 mins, it doesn't. But for a roast I think it would make a difference. Hope that helps a little! Amanda
Thank YOU, Dotti! What a sweet thing to say. You are The Queen Bee! :) I have enjoyed my necklace so much this summer! God bless you all.
Jane
Your boys are adorable and I love this post, but I couldn't help but notice (also) how clean your stainless steel refrigerator is!! Can you please let me know what you use to clean it? :) TIA!
Amanda, the Ice Cream was delicious!. I found the recipe on roasted cherries and the ice cream on Epicurious.com
I love reading your blog. Enjoy the rest of the summer with the boys!