Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Ice Cream

This recipe intrigued me when I found it, and I absolutely had to give it a try.  It turned out so delicious, and my family loves it.  The cooked oatmeal (seems totally weird!  I know!) gives a unique texture variation within the ice cream.  I was a little bit worried that the raisins would freeze up solid, but they remained chewable (which is always  nice on the teeth).  Also, this is absolutely perfect timing given Coriaunty's recent Oatmeal Raisin Cookie post!

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Ice Cream

2 cups whole milk

1/2 cup old fashioned oats

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1 cup raisins

3 large egg yolks

3/4 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a boil and add the oats, salt, cinnamon, and raisins.  Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick and creamy.  While the oatmeal is cooking, combine the brown sugar egg yolks, and vanilla in a large bowl.  Whisk the sugar, yolks, and vanilla together until light and fluffy.  When the oatmeal has finished cooking, slowly pour into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.  Cool mixture slightly, then whisk in the heavy cream. 

Place mixture in the refrigerator and chill for about 4 hours or overnight.  Pour mixture into your ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.  Makes about 1 1/2 quarts.

Enjoy!  -Cardamommy