Basic Vanilla

2 eggs
2/3 c sugar
1 3/4 c milk
2 c cream
2 t vanilla

Beat eggs and sugar with an electric mixer until thick and cream colored. Add milk, cream, and vanilla. Mix well. This one may be refrigerated or used immediately!
Makes a quart.French Vanilla

3 eggs
1 c sugar
2 c cream
2 c milk
2 t vanilla

Beat eggs and milk together in a large saucepan. Add sugar. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened (approx. 10 min). Mixture should smoothly coat the spoon. Cool, then add cream and vanilla. Refrigerate overnight. Makes a quart.