Basil Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1
   Bring cream, half (1 ounce) of basil leaves and orange zest to boil.
2. 2
   Let steep for 30 minutes.
3. 3
   Mix egg yolks and sugar until creamy
4. 4
   Return cream to heat, just to the boil.
5. 5
   Remove from heat and temper egg mixture with cream, return mixture to heat for just a couple of minutes being careful not to boil mixture.
6. 6
   Cool in ice bath.
7. 7
   Add remaining basil leaves and blenderize till smooth, let cool overnight
8. 8
   Strain mixture and put into ice cream machine and make according to maker.