3 egg yolks
1/3 c. sugar
1 c. heavy or whipping cream
1/3 c. milk
1/4 c. brandy
Pinch of salt

Fill a large bowl with ice cubes. Set aside.

Combine egg yolks and sugar in another bowl and beat until well blended.

In a saucepan combine cream and milk and bring to a boil. Remove pan from heat and gradually add 1/2 cup of cream mixture to the sugar and yolks, whisking constantly. Slowly whisk the egg mixture back into the remaining cream mixture in saucepan and heat over medium heat until thickened. Do not boil.

Remove from heat and add brandy and salt. Strain mixture into a small bowl. Place it into the large bowl with the ice cubes to cool quickly. Refrigerate. Serve chilled. Makes 2 cups.