Cannoli Ice Cream ( No Ice Cream Maker Needed )

• 1 (15 ounce) container low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1 (14 ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk (Eagle Brand or similar)
• 1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 cups heavy cream (whipping cream)
• 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (more if you like)

1. Place ricotta in blender or food processor container & blend till smooth.
2. Add the condensed milk, half & half & cinnamon & blend till combined.
3. In a 2 quart metal bowl, whip the cream till soft peaks form. Add ricotta/milk mixture, almonds & chocolate. Fold gently till combined.
4. Cover bowl & place in freezer for 2 hours or until edges start to harden. Stir & put back in the freezer for another 2 hours or until firm.
5. To serve, let stand at room temp till soft enough to scoop.

ricotta cheese, condensed milk, cinnamon, heavy cream, slivered almonds, semisweet chocolate chips

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/cannoli-ice-cream-no-ice-cream-maker-needed-179403 (may not work)