Vanilla Ice Cream

1 1/2 cups whole milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups heavy cream, well chilled
1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract
the seeds from 1 vanilla bean if desired

In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer or a whisk to combine the milk and granulated sugar until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 - 2 minutes on low speed. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla to taste. Turn ice cream machine on, pour mixture through into freezer bowl and let mix until thickened, about 25 - 30 minutes.


(Recipe courtesy of Cuisinart ice cream book)