This saffron and pistachio ice cream isn’t just a dessert; it’s a joyful experience, a taste of indulgence that’s as celebratory as it is delicious. It’s a treat that turns an ordinary moment into something extraordinary, inviting you to savor the taste of an Eastern Mediterranean culinary tale. 

Ingredients:

• 1 pint of vanilla ice cream 
• 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1/4 cup warm milk or cream (to steep the saffron)
• 1/2 cup pistachios (finely chopped)

Instructions:

1. Infuse the Saffron: Warm the milk in a small bowl (microwave or stovetop). Add the saffron threads and let them steep for about 10 minutes.
2. Soften the Ice Cream: Let the vanilla ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes until it becomes soft and easy to stir.
3. Mix in Saffron: Stir the saffron-infused milk into the softened ice cream. Mix well to distribute the saffron flavor evenly.
4. Add Pistachios: Gently fold in the finely chopped pistachios. 
5. Refreeze: Transfer the mixture back into its container and freeze for a few hours until it’s firm again.