Easy vanilla ice cream

Ingredients
Egg yolks 3
Sugar ½ cup
Milk 2 cups
Vanilla essence 1 tsp

Method
In a bowl over a pan of simmering water beat the yolks and sugar, till thick and creamy. 
Scald half the milk, add vanilla essence, pour over the eggs and mix well, keep bowl on top of a pan of simmering water until thickened. 
Remove from heat, add in remaining milk and cool.
Refrigerate in air tight box, take out and beat every 3-4 hours, freeze overnight and then serve in scoops, plain or topped with a sauce or fruit.

Easy vanilla ice cream by Zarnak Sidhwa