[header] How to make ice cream [title] Simmer the milk. [step] Pour 3 cups (710 ml) of whole milk into a medium pot and place it on the stove. Heat the milk on medium-high for about 5 minutes or until it comes to a simmer. 
Take it off the heat as soon as bubbles form on the surface, and allow it to cool. [substeps] You can substitute heavy cream or a combination of whole milk and heavy cream if you prefer.