Versatile French Vanilla Ice Cream

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   Manufacturer's directions.

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   Split the vanilla bean, lengthwise and scrape the

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   Beans Into a medium sauce pan. Heat the half & half & vanilla until warm- not hot.

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   In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks until blended. Add the sugar and about 1/2 of the warm half and half.

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   Stir to combine well and add the mixture back to the saucepan. Whisk briskly while combining.

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   Cook over medium heat until the mixture coats the back of a silicone spatula (about 10-12 minutes).

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   Place the pan with the custard in an ice bath to cool, stirring occasionally, until it reaches room temperature. Add the cream and stir well.

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   Pour into another container and chill until cold -several hours-or you are ready pour into the ice cream maker.

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   Freeze in the ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's directions. Makes about a quart.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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