The Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accompaniments - David Lebovitz

Attention ice cream aficionados: all you need is this book and one of the myriad home ice cream makers on the market, and soon you’ll be whipping up the best ice creams, gelatos, and sorbets you’ve ever tasted. This book covers all the bases, even including recipes for toppings and sauces alongside the abundant, easy-to-follow instructions for making frozen treats. Lebowitz, a former pastry chef at Chez Panisse, includes recipes that span everything from exotic flavors (orange-Szechuan pepper ice cream) to tried-and-true favorites. Just don’t expect to keep buying pints of Ben & Jerry’s when you can make your own superior stuff at home.