Simmer the milk and vanilla essence on a stove, stirring occasionally.
Do not allow the milk to boil.
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, salt and honey until the mixture becomes frothy.
While whisking pour warm milk and vanilla gradually into the mixture.
Place the mixture back on the stove and heat until its temperature reaches 180 degrees Fahrenheit.
Strain the resulting custard.
Stir the heavy cream into custard.
Refrigerate custard for four hours.
After four hours, freeze the custard in an ice cream machine according to manufacturer’s directions.
Recipe Notes
Tip:
Use a candy thermometer when testing the mixture’s temperature.
If you want your ice cream on the sweeter side, drizzle some honey over it just before serving.