Ice creams and iced desserts make ideal treats at any time of the year. From a simple scoop in a cone to refreshing sorbets and tangy granitas, this book contains everything you need to know to create delicious ice creams in your own home, with any kind of ice cream machine. An informative introduction contains the history of ice creams and ice cream machines, a guide to equipment and ingredients, and step-by-step techniques such as layering, rippling and marbling.