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Kaffir Lime Ice Cream

6  kaffir lime leaves
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup milk or water
pinch salt
400ml can coconut cream
1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Remove the central ribs from the leaves. Slice the leaves then place in a blender with the sugar. Process until the leaves are very finely chopped.

Heat the milk or water to boiling point. Remove from the heat. Add the sugar, lime leaves and salt and leave to steep until the liquid is cold.

Stir in the coconut cream and lime juice to taste. Chill until cold. Strain if preferred.

This dessert is best frozen in an ice cream maker. However, you can also freeze it until almost solid then beat it well with an electric beater or in a food processor. Return to an airtight container and freeze until solid.

Great served with summer fruits.

Serves 4-6.