Today, August 11, 2014, is National Raspberry Bombe Day. A bombe is an ice cream dessert frozen in a spherical mould so as to resemble a cannonball. Below is a recipe 2 c. heavy cream 1 1/2 c. sugar 2 tsp. Kirsch 1/2 c. nuts, chopped 1/2 c. cherries, chopped 1 qt. raspberry sherbet Whip the cream until it begins to hold its shape. Gradually beat in sugar, Kirsch and cream until stiff. Fold in nut and cherries. Line a 6 cup mold with 1/2 the mixture leaving a hole in center. Fill in the hole with sherbet and cover with remaining mixture. Decorate top with fresh raspberry. Freeze overnight.
