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                             Fresh Tortoni

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Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Ice Cream                        Desserts

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  1       qt           Vanilla ice cream (2.5 cups)
  1 1/2   c            Frozen whipped topping,
                       .thawed (3.5 oz)
  1 1/2   ts           Almond extract
    1/2   c            + 2T chopped almonds divided
  6                    -7 maraschino cherries, cut
                       .in half

 Line 12 to 13 muffin cups with paper baking cups. In a large bowl,
 soften the ice cream. Fold in the whipped topping and mix well. Add
 the almond extract and the 1/2 cup almonds; mix well again. Place
 about 1/3 cup of the ice cream mixture into each muffin cup. Sprinkle
 with the remaining almonds. Cover the muffin cups and place in the
 freezer for 2-3 hours. Just before serving, top each with a half a
 maraschino cherry.
 Yield 12-14 servings.

 NOTE: To soften the ice cream, break it up in a mixing bowl by
 stirring with a wooden spoon. Do not let the ice cream reach the
 melting point. you know, you can change the "rules" and substitute
 chocolate or other ice cream flavors for the vanilla. It might not be
 the traditional way, but it'll still be good.. and different.



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