How to Make Vanilla Ice Cream

No eggs in this quick and easy vanilla ice cream recipe means it's less rich than others--and still tastes great! Makes about 5 cups.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 tbsp. vanilla extract
• Groceries
• Wire whisk
• Ice cream maker
• Plastic wrap
• Mixing bowls

1. Combine the heavy cream and the half-and-half in a large bowl.

2. Gradually whisk in the sugar until blended.

3. Whisk in the vanilla.

4. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours or until very cold.

5. Whisk the mixture and then pour into the canister of an ice cream maker.

6. Freeze according to manufacturer's directions.

7. Transfer ice cream to a covered container and freeze up to 8 hours, or simply eat immediately.

Tips & Warnings

• Vanilla ice cream, with its subtle taste, is usually the best flavor for topping pies and cakes.