Ricotta Ice Cream

This is my youngest son's favorite ice cream. It is so creamy and delicious everyone will ask for seconds.

Recipe makes 1 quart

Whatcha Need:

• 2 cups ricotta
• 1 cup half-n-half
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon grappa, kirsch or vanilla extract

Optional Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped candied citrus
• 1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Whatcha Do:

1. Combine the first five ingredients in a large bowl and blend well.

2. Pour mixture into your ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.

3. Add one or more of the optional ingredients 10 minutes before the end of freezing process.