Raspberry Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1
   Puree raspberries and syrup with lemon juice in a food processor; then force through a sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on and then discarding the solids.
2. 2
   Whisk together sugar and cornstarch in a bowl. Then whisk in milk, yolks, and a pinch of salt. Cook custard mix in a 2 1/2-3 quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, whisking until it just reaches a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, whisking continuously (custard will look curdled).
3. 3
   Pour custard through fine sieve into a bowl. Stir in vanilla and cool, stirring occasionally.
4. 4
   Stir berry puree and cream into custard and chill, covered, until cold (at least 2 hours).
5. 5
   Freeze in ice cream maker, following manufacturers instructions. Transfer to an air tight container and put in freezer to harden.
6. 6
   Note: Ice cream keeps about 1 week.