Lemon Custard Ice Cream

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   Mix the zest, juice, cornstarch and sugar in a 4 qt saucepan.

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   Place over medium heat and slowly whisk in the milk.

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   Heat to 175 degrees, or until bubbles form around the edges, stirring quite often.

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   (scalding) Meanwhile beat eggs in a large bowl.

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   Temper the eggs with 1/2 cup of the hot milk and then whisk the eggs into the milk mixture.

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   Heat to 180 degrees, stirring constantly.

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   The custard should coat the back of a spoon.

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   Do NOT allow the mixture to boil.

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   Immediately stir in the cream and evaporated milk.

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    Strain through a siever into a glass or metal bowl and chill in an ice bath or allow to come to room temperature, then chill until cold.

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    Freeze in an ice cream maker.

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    Please note: If you like a lot of zest and are good at custards, it is not necessary to strain the mixture.

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    I would recommend zesting with a microplane grater in that case.

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    Sugar can be reduced for a more tart product, but add about 1TB of vodka at the end to keep it from freezing too hard.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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