Creamed-Honey Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan bring cream and milk just to a boil.
2. 2
   In a bowl whisk together eggs and honey until combined well.
3. 3
   Add hot cream mixture to egg mixture in a slow stream, whisking, and pour custard into pan.
4. 4
   Cook custard over moderately low heat, stirring constantly, until a thermometer registers 170F.
5. 5
   (Do not let boil.)
6. 6
   Pour custard through a sieve into a clean bowl and cool.
7. 7
   Chill custard, its surface covered with plastic wrap, until cold, at least 2 hours, and up to 1 day.
8. 8
   Freeze custard in an ice-cream maker.
9. 9
   Transfer ice cream to an airtight container and put in freezer to harden.
10. 10
    Ice cream may be made 1 week ahead.