Basil Ice Cream

Directions

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   1. Blanch and puree the basil leaves.
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   2. Combine the sugar and half-and-half in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Temper in the yolks and cook until the mixture coats the back of a spoon. Add the basil and pass the mixture through a chinois. Cool in and ice bath.
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   3. Process in an ice cream machine according to the manufacturer's instructions.