H&M Gelato Ice Cream Center http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog Think positive,think quality! Fri, 18 May 2012 04:43:40 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 Making Quality Ice Cream http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/making-quality-ice-cream/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/making-quality-ice-cream/#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 04:43:40 +0000 hooho http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/making-quality-ice-cream/ Ice cream, as a frozen dairy product, its physical and chemical systems are fairly complex. In which, air bubbles dispersed in the continuous ice crystals liquid, the liquid contains particles of fat, milk protein, insoluble salt, lactose crystals, plastic Body stabilizer and sucrose, lactose, soluble salts, so it is a gas, liquid and solid phase composition of three-phase system and can be regarded as air bubbles partially frozen with 40% -50%  air. To achieve the required quality standards and physical structure of ice cream, the composition (formulation and raw materials quality), the production conditions and equipment three aspects should be taken into consideration.

1: The composition (formulation and raw materials quality)

The main materials used in ice cream making are fat, non-solid fat, sweeteners, emulsifiers, stabilizers, spices and coloring.

1.1  Fat

Milk fat is typically applied in ice cream making to give the ice cream the unique aromatic flavor, tissue lubrication, better texture and original shape fixing. So generally speaking, the more milk fat put in, the better the quality of ice cream could be. Milk fat comes from pure milk fat butter, cream, milk, condensed milk, milk powder, etc. So to make ice cream with better quality, sanitary, high milk fat should be chosen. However, as milk fat is very expensive and its usage amount is limited, for save cost concern, most people in the world will use vegetable fat instead, such as margarine, hydrogenated oils, palm oil, coconut oil ect.

1.2 Non-solid fat

Non-solid fat comes from total milk solid (without fat), contains fat and protein, lactose and minerals. Among which, protein has hydration function, which could form a stable film together with emulsification on the surface of small fat globules, ensure the oil emulsion in the water, and meanwhile to ensure enough air into the ice cream in the freezing process.

Non-fat milk solids are generally made from fluid milk, condensed milk, milk powder, whey powder.

1.3 Sweeteners

Generally speaking, sweeteners refer to sucrose, 15%-16% content in ice cream making. Sweeteners, not only gives ice cream sweet flavor, but have a function of lowering the freezing point. But in order to improve ice cream texture, vary ice cream flavors and lower cost, many people sometimes add some additives to sweeteners: such as honey, saccharin, protein, sugar, stevia ect.

1.4 Stabilizers

Stabilizers is hydrophilic, which could be combined with water so as to improve the viscosity and the overrun of ice cream, prevent ice crystal, make the ice cream more smooth on organization structure. Several points should be take into consideration when choosing emulsifiers: soluble in water or ice cream mixture; could confer the mixture better viscosity and foaming; could improve the texture and structure of ice cream; shape maintenance of ice cream; preventing crystallization expansion ; cheap costs.

1.5 Emulsifiers

Emulsifier is a molecule with hydrophilic and lipophilic substances, which lies between water and oil, so that one party could be easily dispersed into the other party, form a stable emulsion, cream mixture. The structure of ice cream is fairly complex, with the add of emulsifiers, besides emulsion, the other functions could be summarized as below: better emulsion of fat globules, make it more stabilized; disperse other articles(besides fat globules), make it more stabilized; increase the heat resistance of ice cream; prevent or control the formation of ice, so ice cream has delicate organization and better texture.

1.6 Spices

With the add of spices, the ice cream will have a natural fragrance. The quality of spices will have a direct influence on ice cream, so should be a big concern when choosing.

2. The Production Conditions/ Craftsmanship of the Ice Cream

For ice cream making, one has to comply with strict production skills and principles, otherwise it can not produce good quality ice cream.

2.1 Raw Material

Raw materials directly affect the quality of ice cream quality. Therefore, all raw materials must be tested in strict accordance with quality standards, unqualified should not be used.

2.2 Raw Material Batching

The basic step for ice cream making is raw material batching, namely ice cream recipe or ice cream formulations, which is affected by several factors: consumer preferences, raw material prices and availability, product sales volume. Based on pre-determined quality standards, using mathematical methods to calculate the amount of various raw materials required in order to ensure the quality of products made in line with technical standards

2.3 Pasteurization

The method of pasteurization has an important impact on the flavor of ice cream. The usual pasteurization methods are: pasteurize the Ice cream mixture in the tank with a jacket of steam pasteurizer to 78 ℃, then keeps for 30 minutes; if use continuous pasteurization device for high temperature sterilization (HTST), to heat the mixture to 83 ~ 85 ℃, keeps for 15 seconds is enough, longer time might make ice cream have burst taste.

2.4 Homogenization

Homogenization has larger relation with the structure of ice cream. Generally two high-pressure homogenizer is commonly used for homogenizing. Homogenization could make the fat globules diameter smaller, usually ranging from 1 ~ 2μm, at the same time to increase the viscosity of the mixture and ensure that the delicate tissue of ice cream products. The most appropriate temperature for homogenization is 65 ~ 70 ℃, the first -stage homogenization pressure is15-20MP, second-stage 2-5MP, homogenization pressure will accordingly decrease with the increase solids and fat content of the ice cream.

2.5 Ageing

Aging is cool the mixture to 2 ~ 4 ℃for storage, known as the “mature” or “aging.” The essence of ageing is that fat, protein and stabilizer hydration, stabilizers fully absorb the moisture so that the liquid viscosity increases, favorably increase the overrun of ice cream when freezing.

Aging time depends on the composition of raw materials and stabilizer species, generally 4 ~ 24h. When ageing, bacterial contamination should be avoided.

2.6 Freezing

Freezing is to freeze the ice cream mixture when stirring, make the air in the tiny bubbles and then evenly distributed in the entire state of mixture, part of the water into tiny ice crystals. And its role is: (1) increased creases the viscosity of ice cream mixture, gradually thicken into a semi-solid state, that is Freezing state. (2) Because of the agitation beating, constantly scraped tiny ice cream materials from the freezing cylinder wall, to prevent the ice cream mixture into large flake ice. (3) The constant stirring and cooling, air will be into the ice cream when freezing to increase its overrun and thus to make beautiful ice cream with better organization and perfect shape. The outer temperature of the ice cream around -5~ -6℃.

2.7 Blast Freezing, Hardening & Storage

The function of blast freezing is to fast freeze the ice cream ( after comes out from the batch freezer) to -23 ℃. The function of blast freezing is to stabilize the structure of ice cream, make it into form in a very small ice crystal. Keep the ice cream in a appropriate state for sales, storage and easy transportation.

3. Machinery

Machinery is of course a big concern for making good ice cream. Based on ice cream making process, the machinery for ice cream making should be Ingredients cylinder, pasteurizer, homogenizer, aging machine, batch freezer, blast chiller, cold room ect.

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H&M New Commercial Ice Cream Machines http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/hm-new-commercial-ice-cream-machines/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/hm-new-commercial-ice-cream-machines/#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 04:36:51 +0000 hooho http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/hm-new-commercial-ice-cream-machines/ Professional-quality soft serve ice cream, yogurt, sorbet and sherbet is now obtainable right at household, utilizing the H&M in Soft Serve ice cream machine. Not only does it make everyone’s favorites, but with 3 built-in condiment dispensers, it can make them additional scrumptious! Just a pull of the tab deliver sprinkles, chips and other mix-ins down the chute to combine ideal into frozen desserts as cones or bowls are filled. Operation is absolutely automatic; only pour from the components and turn the dial!

Delivers on what it promises – just be certain you comprehend what it promises!

In looking at the reviews for this Ice Cream Machine, I’ve noticed that a lot of people could are expecting some matter a great deal more than what H&M is marketing. Owning utilized this unit a number of times now, listed below are my impressions and thoughts.

- This Ice Cream Machine utilizes a freezer bowl to freeze the product or service. That means that the bowl Must be frozen sound along with the merchandise Really should be incredibly properly chilled, otherwise you may not get good outcomes. We’ve just stored our freezer bowls inside the deep freeze when not in use to guarantee that we are able to make ice cream quite rapidly. It is most probably finest to combine up your soft serve blend a minimum of an hour upfront and set it in the coldest portion of your fridge or (as one more reviewer recommended) within the freezer for 10-15 minutes to have it as cold as feasible without prematurely freezing it.

- The freezer bowl doesn’t possess a massive ability. It could make “10-12? servings – if your servings are compact. 6-8 is possibly considerably far more like it. If you need substantially much more, make distinct you buy a further bowl and continue to keep it frozen.

- The instructions on time expectations commonly say 10-15 minutes, and this could be legitimate in the celebration you chill the ice cream mixture extremely thoroughly. In any other case it will take longer, most likely additional like 15-20 minutes.

- The 1st serving or so may perhaps be quite soupy – I’ve identified that I can dispense some into a cup then re-add that to the top in the bowl.
- The “mix-ins” actually never blend in with the soft serve by any means, they’re genuinely topping dispensers. If you’re expecting something like a DQ Blizzard, it is not the precise exact same. Also, will not over-fill (or pack in) the blend in bins. I’ve had great luck with chopped peanuts, sprinkles and also the mini M&Ms.

The differences between this ice cream machine and an additional conventional ice cream freezer are mainly that this unit has a freezable bowl vs. a bowl that is placed in a blend of ice and rock salt. Which means it really is a little extra convenient, but lacks the capacity with the conventional freezer. Our ice cream freezer would make about twice as a lot ice cream as the soft serve, but it is actually significantly louder, commonly requires much more clean up and does not dispense the product or service. On the other side, I think a conventional freezer has extra versatility when you are making things like frozen custards that set up harder than soft serve. Finally, the freezer just isn’t really as a great deal “fun” as this one is which has real appeal if you’ve got kids within the family.

Overall, I’ve definitely enjoyed this Ice Cream Machine- but I did some research initial and made specific I understood what I was buying. This is NOT like the soft serve dispensers in restaurants – but it’s extremely nice for a treat on a summer afternoon.

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Eat ice cream but not acquire weight http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/eat-ice-cream-but-not-acquire-weight/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/eat-ice-cream-but-not-acquire-weight/#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 04:20:01 +0000 hooho http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=221 Eat ice cream but not acquire weight – truly

You do NOT have to give up ice cream if you want to lose weight! Of course, one thing has to change, but you don’t have to go cold turkey. Here are 6 suggestions for enjoying ice cream even though you drop a few pounds:

1. Why are you eating the ice cream? If it’s since you’re bored, tired, stressed, an individual else is consuming ice cream, and so on – don’t eat it. Consuming doesn’t solve an emotional problem. In fact, you’ll possibly feel worse following ice cream in these circumstances since not only did you not address your feelings, you ate more than you wanted.

two. Sitting in front of the Tv with a gallon of ice cream and a spoon is not going to aid. If you want ice cream, measure out a serving (1/2 cup, or about 1 ice cream scoop). We usually eat much more when we eat from a container, simply because a person we’re wired to want to eat to the bottom!

3. If you cannot quit your self from eating too big portions at home, only eat ice cream when you go out. Order a small scoop, or even a child-size cone. You will save cash even though you satisfy your ice cream craving.

4. Maintain portion-size ice cream at property. Remember those little cups of ice cream with the cardboard covers that we utilised to get at school for unique lunches? That is the right serving size. If we maintain single portions on hand, we’re much more most likely to eat much less.

five. Set a limit. You may choose to eat ice cream twice each and every week. Or you may choose to take pleasure in ice cream only on Tuesday evenings. Set a limit, and stick to it. If we know we can have a preferred food periodically, we tend to not crave it as significantly.

6. Some men and women locate sugar-totally free or fat-free of charge ice cream is a nice compromise. Read the labels for calorie content before you

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How to use left over Ice Cream? http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/how-to-use-left-over-ice-cream/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2012/05/18/how-to-use-left-over-ice-cream/#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 04:14:25 +0000 hooho http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=219 After the ice cream is cut in half with the big knife, does the dissected ice cream then get thrown out, or does someone get to eat it?

What a great question! I assume you are referring to the daily dealing of ice cream that is made the day before but did not sell out.

1. The ice cream could be re-made along with other remnant ice cream produced that day, make it new fresh ice cream again.

Inserting the leftover gelato into the batch freezer with a new batch is the quickest and easiest solution. This is another instance where recirculating the gelato will also help refresh the texture and flavor.

2. To mix it with coffee: Coffee and gelato are as traditionally Italian as pasta and sauce. Considering coffee’s popularity in America (about 35 percent of people drink coffee every day1). Affogato is gelato topped with espresso and whipped cream. With this process, giving new life to remnant gelato can be a breeze.

3. Save Room for Gelato Cake: Around the world, there are many different varieties of cakes, making it a classic in every dessert menu. Pastry chefs are always experimenting with new and innovative ideas – one of which is gelato cake. Layers of different gelato flavors, cake and filling can offer a new twist for cakes. 2

4. Shake, Rattle and Roll: Milkshakes are another American classic when it comes to family fun desserts. Since gelato’s main component is milk, break out the blender and turn it into a gelato shake. It’s simple to make and a favorite with children. Recirculating the gelato will also help refresh the texture and flavor. 3

5. Anything Is Heaven when it’s covered in Chocolate

Popsicles have always been a favorite among Americans. Applying this innovation to gelato will make the customers want to keep coming back for more. Fill a mold tray with gelato, add a stick and freeze till sets. Then, cover with PreGel Gran Stracciatella Reale and freeze. No one will be able to resist these luscious frozen bars.

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H&M manufactures all equipments for Italian ice cream shop. Offers consultant, training and ingredients.

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Commercial Ice Cream Machines | FAQ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/10/18/commercial-ice-cream-machines-faq/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/10/18/commercial-ice-cream-machines-faq/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:03:05 +0000 hmcompanyusa http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=217 Q: What is the warranty?

A: All of our equipment is brand new and ships from Santa Clara, California.   Each unit carries a 1-year parts warranty, 2-year compressor warranty, and 90-day labor warranty*.

Q: Do you carry replacement parts?

A: Yes. We carry a fully stocked inventory of replacement parts here in Santa Clara, California to support our users all across the states.

Q: Who can service the equipment?

A: Our equipment can be serviced by many commercial refrigeration technicians all across the country. Many commercial refrigeration repair companies who have experience working on other major brands are able to service our equipment. Each unit includes our Technical Service Manual which provides detailed technical information for your local service provider.

Q: Does the machine work for ice cream also?

A: Yes. Our machine has adjustable firmness level settings which allow the user to control the product firmness and temperature. Our machine is compatible with ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and custards.

Q: Do you offer special pricing packages for multiple units?

A: Yes. We offer special pricing packages for self-serve stores looking to purchase multiple units. The package savings are determined by the amount of frozen yogurt machines purchased. Please contact us to learn more.

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What type of equipment do I need for Ice Cream Store? http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/what-type-of-equipment-do-i-need-for-ice-cream-store/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/what-type-of-equipment-do-i-need-for-ice-cream-store/#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:38:08 +0000 hmcompanyusa http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=214 What type of equipment do I need?

Depending on the location, type of store being built, and customer demands, equipment can range from a simple ice cream dipping cabinet, a couple of sinks, and dry storage, to elaborate water cooled refrigeration with manufacturing and backup systems, multiple soft serve machines and ice cream dipping cabinets, plus cooking equipment, computers and drive-thru windows. Be sure to check with your local health department for any special requirements, and to collect equipment specification sheets from your equipment supplier. A typical equipment (excluding small wares) list might include:

Channel letter sign, backlit Electronic Scale
4, 8, 12 or 16 hole/tray dipping cabinets Credit Card Machine
Cake display freezer Wire Storage racks
Self-serve Reach-in display freezer Stainless Steel prep tables
Batch Freezer 5 quart mixer w/2 mixing bowls
1, 2, or 3 door hardening cabinet, or walk in hardening cabinet Cake Image print system
Soda machine Reach-in / Walk-in cooler
Waffle Cone Iron(s) Reach-in / Walk-in storage freezer w/shelves
Commercial microwave Mop sink with faucet
3 Head Shake Mixer w/4 shake cups Dishwashing sink with dbl wash boards (check w/health department for size)
Fudge Warmer 2 hole Hand wash sink
Cone Holder Inside Chairs
Sandwich / prep cooler Inside tables and bases
Soft Serve Machine(s) Replacement tabletops
Bar Blender(s) Outside chairs
Cold topping ice bin Outside tables
Cash Register(s) Store art
Fax Machine
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Industrial Ice Cream Machines http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/industrial-ice-cream-machines/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/industrial-ice-cream-machines/#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:29:24 +0000 hmcompanyusa http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=211 Industrial Ice Cream Machines

Home-made ice cream is a beloved piece of Americana. Most of us can recall sitting around a small hand-cranked ice cream maker as kids, helping our parents pour ice and rock salt into the machine, watching in fascination as the unlikely mixture of milk and sugar turned into our favorite frozen treat. Ice cream never seemed to taste as good as when it was home-made.

Many of today’s ice cream parlor owners want to duplicate that treasured home-made taste in the product they serve. However, it’s almost impossible to churn out large amounts of ice cream from scratch on a daily basis using traditional methods. The dilemma then becomes one of how to create that home-made flavor while using the industrial production methods necessary to make large batches of ice cream.

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Soft Serve Ice Cream Equipment http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/soft-serve-ice-cream-equipment/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/soft-serve-ice-cream-equipment/#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:27:36 +0000 hmcompanyusa http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=208 Soft Serve Ice Cream Equipment

Nothing beats a sweet, soft serve ice cream cone on a hot summer day. Plenty of businesses know this and are getting in on the soft serve craze as a result. Lots of popular fast food chains like McDonald’s have soft serve machines now. These machines can even be found in unlikely places like convenience stores and hot dog stands. Smart business owners know that soft serve ice cream can significantly increase their profits.

Investing in soft serve ice cream equipment need not be an expensive proposition. In fact, soft serve ice cream equipment can be had for a bargain if you know where to look. Plus, the potential return on your investment is well-worth whatever small expense you may incur in getting your machine.

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Soft Serve Ice Cream Machines http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/soft-serve-ice-cream-machines/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/soft-serve-ice-cream-machines/#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:26:17 +0000 hmcompanyusa http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=206 Soft Serve Ice Cream Machines

Self-serve dessert stations are all the rage in today’s buffet restaurants. One of the highlights for many patrons of these establishments is the soft serve ice cream machine. There, customers can fix themselves a heaping dish of creamy soft serve ice cream or put it in a cone and select from a wide range of toppings available at the dessert bar.

Soft serve ice cream stations allow customers the convenience of choosing their preferred portion sizes and add-ons while freeing up restaurant staff to attend to other duties. In most restaurants with a dessert bar, the soft serve ice cream machines are among the most popular items. However, soft serve ice cream is beloved all over. Even in traditional ice cream parlors, soft serve ice cream is still a big seller.

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Gelato Ice Cream Equipment http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/gelato-ice-cream-equipment/ http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/2011/09/14/gelato-ice-cream-equipment/#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:24:20 +0000 hmcompanyusa http://hmcompanyusa.com/blog/?p=204 Gelato Ice Cream Equipment

Gelato is an increasingly popular product nowadays. Also known as Italian ice cream, gelato is a super-dense, semi-frozen concoction of milk and sugar, often with unique or exotic flavorings thrown in. In many areas, gelato is seen as trendier than ice cream and has consequently gained a following among the young and upwardly mobile.

Due to the increased demand for this product, adding gelato to your list of offerings at your restaurant or ice cream shop may benefit you. In order to do that, however, you will first need the proper equipment with which to make it. Gelato equipment is readily available from a number of sources. However, no other source but H&M will provide you with high caliber gelato equipment at a significant discount–and then teach you how to use it.

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