Butterbeer Recipe
From Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, The Irish grandmother of a dear friend of mine used to melt butter in a pot, then pour in beer to warm it. I'm told this simple version of butter beer dates back centuries. Author J. K. Rowling does not provide a recipe for butterbeer in her wildly popular Harry Potter book series, so this version is pure speculation. Harry Potter's butterbeer contains a mild intoxicant, but this dessert version is suitable for children and tasty enough to please adults as well. INGREDIENTS:
1 pint real vanilla ice cream (use a brand that includes vanilla seed specks for best flavor or make your own) 1/4 cup real butter, at room temperature 1/2 teaspoon butterscotch extract 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 quart apple cider
PREPARATION: On medium speed, beat together vanilla ice cream, butter, butterscotch extract, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well-combined. Pour into a container and re-freeze. When ready to serve, gently heat apple cider in a saucepan until steaming hot. Place 1 scoop of ice cream in a thick soda glass or large mug. Top with steaming apple cider. Yield: 4 to 6 servings Original Website: http://homecooking.about.com/od/dessertrecipes/r/bldes188.htm