I know many of you are quite concerned that I have not been posting. Rest easy, I haven’t given up, gotten lazy or fallen off a cliff. Truly I’ve been hard at work making scrumptious ice cream. But I got tired of writing “so and so said this ice cream was the best thing she had ever experienced.” I wanted to shake things up and challenge myself. So, I decided to make a movie instead.
First, I want to say this week was full of some incredible flavors.
Strawberry Buttermilk was light and creamy. I made Backyard Mint with chocolate mint from my very own backyard. It was refreshing and even better after I threw in some melted chocolate! Buckeye State tasted just like a Buckeye, and I was glad I had taken it all to school because I could have eaten an entire container. For real!
And then there was Salty Caramel. I knew this one would be a challenge when the recipe began with a warning and detailed explanation of how to make the caramel. So, I took the utmost care with this ice cream, double-checked the recipe at just the wrong moment, and poof, ended up with Smoky Salty Caramel. I won’t say burnt, but maybe I should. My tasters either loved it or hated it and it was decided that this was a wonderful treat for those of us who enjoy a good burnt marshmallow.
Well three out of four ain’t bad, especially when some loved all four. Nonetheless, I will be repeating Salty Caramel in the near future (and serving it to my mom who has never tried it and has requested a tasting). What can I say? Ice cream making, just like everything else in life is a process.
Another process I began to learn about this week is home movie editing. This is my first foray into the world of YouTube and movie making in general. When I first had the thought to make a video I briefly wondered what music I would put to it. I could slow down the film and play At Last by Ella Jenkins, or I could go for an upbeat song by a band like Temper Trap. And then, being the lawyer’s daughter that I am, I realized copyright would be a problem. I began the incredibly long journey of trying to find a song that would pair well with an ice cream montage. Finally, I found the song Wind in Her Hair by Motorama
Now, I’m taking a break from ice cream for a few days and going on vacation (pictures and comments tomorrow!)
Here’s a look at next weeks flavors! And don’t forget to vote for your favorite ice cream, today’s the last day.
Monday—Sweet Basil and Honeyed Pine Nut Ice Cream
Tuesday—The Darkest Chocolate in the World Ice Cream
Wednesday—Scarlet and Earl Grey Ice Cream (made with Lora!)
Thursday—Watermelon Lemon Sorbet
Friday—Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream
Pause for a sigh…I know, I can’t wait!
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