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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Enhancements
Method
Preparation of the Base
- 1
Combine Dairy Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and whole milk. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm, but not boiling.
- 2
Add Sugar and Salt
Stir in the granulated sugar and salt into the warm milk mixture. Continue stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Prepare Vanilla Bean
Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Add both the seeds and the pod to the milk mixture.
- 4
Infuse Flavors
Let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Creating the Custard
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Thicken Custard
Return the saucepan to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 10-15 minutes). Do not let it boil.
- 9
Strain the Custard
Once thickened, strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove the vanilla pod and any coagulated egg bits.
Final Steps
- 10
Add Vanilla Extract
Stir in the vanilla extract to the strained custard for additional flavor.
- 11
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the custard for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until it is completely chilled.
- 12
Churn Ice Cream
Once chilled, pour the custard into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 13
Freeze Ice Cream
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.