Strawberries Vanilla Ice Cream: Creamy

Instructions:

1. Combine the quartered strawberries, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature.
2. Pulse the macerated strawberries in a blender until you reach your desired consistency; press through a fine mesh strainer if a velvety texture is preferred.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chilled whole milk, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and salt until the sugar has completely dissolved.
4. Gently stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, avoiding overbeating to prevent incorporating too much air.
5. Slowly fold the strawberry puree into the vanilla cream base until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions (typically 20–25 minutes) until it reaches a thick, glossy soft-serve consistency.