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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]^^ strange, but I have found that the ice cream I make is good, but not that much better than premium brands for the amount of mess/time it takes. Probably yours is much superior. . .[/quote]

Not PP, but do you make the custard type? We only make the simple type at home (cream, milk, sugar, flavoring), and I think that's why ours is not as good.[/quote]

Ice cream making PP here - I use custard.  Without egg yolks, the base has a greater chance of getting "icy", if that makes sense (more ice crystals form vs a very smooth texture).  I've made without egg yolks and I don't enjoy it as much.  I also have messed around with the combination of dairy (milk/heavy cream/half and half) and found a combo that isn't too thick that it leaves a weird texture in your mouth.  And if course, for me, different flavors require a different amount of egg yolks.  It's trial and error.

I agree, making it from scratch unless you have a favorite method can be a pain in the ass.  However, I went through a phase where I was making SO much of it (for friends, for gatherings, etc) that it's become very easy for me.  I've had people ask to pay for it before.  If only I had a business partner :) But if you stick with it - assuming you want to - it's a very easy skill and just requires a few minutes of active prep time and few tastes are as good as the ice cream just after it's churned and not yet set.  :)

FWIW, I'm a terrible baker!  That's why I love making ice cream - I don't have to bake! [/quote]

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