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200 milliliters heavy cream, divided equally Ask a question about this ingredient
4 cups fresh corn kernels (from approximately 4 large cobs) Ask a question about this ingredient
6 egg yolks Ask a question about this ingredient
2/3 cups sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup water Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup peanuts, toasted and chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 cup sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons water Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup heavy cream Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon sea salt Ask a question about this ingredient
Whip 100 mL of heavy cream to soft peaks. Keep chilled until step 6.
Ask a question about this stepIn a blender, combine remaining 100 mL of cream with corn kernels. Puree until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve, extracting as much liquid as possible. Discard any solids.
Ask a question about this stepPlace 6 yolks in the bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment.
Ask a question about this stepPlace sugar in a small saucepan and slowly add the water. (Careful not to swirl the pan or get sugar on the sides of the pot, as this will cause crystallization.) Cook over medium heat, using a candy thermometer to test temperature.
Ask a question about this stepWhen syrup reaches 230F, begin whipping egg yolks on high. When syrup reaches 240F (soft ball stage), remove from heat and pour syrup into the whisking yolks in a steady stream. Caution: avoid pouring in direct contact of the whisk attachment. Continue beating until yolks are cooled and a thick ribbon-like consistency is achieved.
Ask a question about this stepRemove bowl from mixer and fold in whipped cream, followed by corn puree. Divide into 4 ramekins or one mini loaf tin and freeze until solid.
Ask a question about this stepRemove molds from freezer. Carefully, run a small knife or spatula around the sides of the mold to release. Invert onto plate and serve with caramel cream and chopped toasted peanuts.
Ask a question about this stepFor the caramel cream: Add sugar and water to small saucepan and cook over medium heat until syrup turns to a golden caramel. Immediately remove the pan from the heat and slowly add the cream. Return to medium heat and continue cooking, stirring until smooth.
Ask a question about this stepCarefully strain caramel into a heat proof glass bowl. Add salt and stir. Chill.
Ask a question about this stepOnce cold, whip to soft peaks. Serve dolloped over semifreddo.
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Carol is a gluten-free chef and food blogger currently cooking her way through the Alinea Cookbook.
