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And not your usual flavors either. Gourmet gives you a few great reasons to fire up your ice cream maker this summer. For the full slideshow and even more ice cream recipes, head over to gourmet.com.

Star Anise Ice Cream

Photograph by Romulo Yanes

Star anise’s licorice-like flavor is what sets this ice cream apart. Our version is adapted from the one served at Geordy’s restaurant in San Francisco, where the custard is made with all cream, no milk. And while we’re on the subject of spices, try our Fennel Ice Cream—or go in a more herbal direction with Lemon Verbena Ice Cream.

Sour Cream Ice Cream

Downright delicious on its own, this super–creamy ice cream has a tangy flavor that also makes it a perfect foil for ripe summer fruit.

Blueberry Ice Cream

Photograph by Romulo Yanes

This smooth, intensely fruity ice cream takes the season’s sweet berries to new heights of flavor. But why stop at blueberries, when you can have raspberry ice cream too? And sweet-tart cranberry ice cream is perfect any time of year.

Ice Cream with Roasted Grapes and Walnut Oil

Photograph by Romulo Yanes

In this super–quick weeknight sundae, store–bought vanilla ice cream is enlivened by luscious, aromatic nut oil and warm, juicy grapes.


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