Cardamom Ice Cream

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   In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk and 1/2 cup of the sugar.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, and immediately remove from heat.

3. 3

   Add crushed cardamom pods, cover and allow to steep for 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Pour through a fine strainer into a clean saucepan, and discard the contents of the strainer.

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   In a large mixing bowl, combine yolks with remaining 1/2 cup of sugar.

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   Whisk until blended.

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   Place milk mixture over medium heat, and bring to a boil.

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   Gradually mix 2 cups of the hot liquid into eggs, then pour egg mixture into saucepan of boiling milk.

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   Whip constantly until thick and creamy, about 3 to 4 minutes.

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    Remove saucepan from heat, and strain contents into a mixing bowl.

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    Place bowl in a container of ice water to cool.

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    When ice cream base has chilled, freeze in an ice cream maker, according to manufacturer's instructions.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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