Maple Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1
   Bring the milk and cream to a boil over medium heat.
2. 2
   Turn off the heat and cover.
3. 3
   Whisk the egg yolks and maple sugar together in a bowl.
4. 4
   Whisk a few tablespoons of the warm cream mixture into the yolks to temper them.
5. 5
   Slowly, add another 1/4 cup or so of the warm cream, whisking continuously.
6. 6
   At this point you can add the rest of the cream mixture in a slow steady stream, whisking all the time.
7. 7
   Pour the mixture back into the pot, and return it to the stove.
8. 8
   Cook the custard over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently and using a rubber spatula to scrape the bottom and sides of the pan.
9. 9
   The custard will thicken, and when its done will coat the back of the spatula.
10. 10
    Strain the mixture, stir in the maple syrup, and chill at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
11. 11
    Process in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturers instructions.