Vanilla Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium heavy sauce pan, combine the cream and the half and half.
2. 2
   Split the vanilla beans in half lengthwise and, using the tip of a knife, scrape out the small seeds into the cream mixture and drop in the pods.
3. 3
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from the heat.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until thickened and pale.
5. 5
   Pour in the hot cream mixture and stir until well combined.
6. 6
   Strain into a large container and refrigerate until cold.
7. 7
   Wash and dry the vanilla pods and reserve for another use.
8. 8
   When the cream mixture is cold, pour it into the bowl of an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturers instructions.