Fresh Mint Ice Cream with Lavender Recipe kattyeyes

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   Heat cream, milk, mint, lavender, vanilla and 1/3 cup of sugar in a heavy saucepan over medium heat.

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   Bring to a simmer.

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   Remove from heat, cover and let steep for 25-30 minutes.

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   Whisk egg yolks, salt and 1/3 cup of sugar in a medium bowl.

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   Using a fine-mesh sieve, strain milk mixture into separate bowl.

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   Temper hot milk mixture into egg yolks gradually, whisking vigorously to prevent yolks from curdling.

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   Return combined mixture to saucepan and cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken.

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   You can use a thermometer to confirm the temperature has reached 170 degrees Fahrenheit.

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   Strain into a clean bowl and cool over an ice water bath.

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    Chill in the refrigerator at least 4 hours or overnight.

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    Process according to your ice cream machines instructions.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.