HONEY NUT ICE CREAM

Honey Nut Ice Cream image

Number Of Ingredients 8

Steps:

* Cooking Time: 8 minutes Power: 100% (700 watts) 50% (350 watts) Chilling Time (optional): 1 to 2 hours Churning Time: Depends on ice cream maker Place half-and-half in a 4-cup microwavable measuring cup or bowl. Microwave, uncovered, at 100% power (700 watts) for 5 minutes or just until steaming (do not boil), stirring after 2 1/2 minutes. Stir in honey and cinnamon.In a small bowl, beat eggs. Gradually stir about one-third of the hot mixture into eggs until blended, then stir back into hot mixture in cup. Reduce power and microwave, uncovered, at 50% power (350 watts) for 3 minutes or until just under boiling (180°) and mixture coats a metal spoon, stirring every minute.Place measuring cup in a large bowl which contains cold water and ice. Stir honey mixture to cool quickly and stop the cooking. When mixture reaches room temperature, remove cup from ice water. Fold in whipping cream and vanilla. If desired, cover and chill to develop flavorPour into a chilled 1-quart ice cream freezer container. Add nuts. Pack and churn according to manufacturer's directions. Remove dasher. Serve soft or pack to ripen according to manufacturer's directions.To store leftovers, pack into a plastic container. Place plastic wrap directly on surface of ice cream, cover tightly and freeze up to 1 week.Serve with caramel sauce or sliced peaches if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves