Hatch Chile Gelato

Step 1

Beat the egg yolks and sugar until thick and lemon colored.

Step 2

Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the milk, cream, and cream cheese to a simmer, whisking until smooth.

Step 4

With the mixer running slowly add the hot milk mixture to the eggs.

Step 5

Beat until well blended.

Step 6

Pour the milk and egg mixture back into the pan and simmer until the mixture coats the back of a spoon.

Step 7

Remove from heat.

Step 8

Blend 2 tablespoons of the hatch chiles to a paste.

Step 9

Whisk into the milk mixture with the lime juice and lime zest.

Step 10

Refrigerate until cold, about 4 hours.

Step 11

Add the cold mixture to your ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions. Add the remaining chopped Hatch Chiles to the mixture when it's solid but still soft - about halfway through.

Step 12

Store, tightly covered in the freezer.