Ingredients
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1/4 cups thawed frozen passion-fruit pulp*
Special equipment: an ice cream maker
Directions
1.
Whisk together sugar and eggs. Heat cream in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat until it just reaches a boil, then add hot cream to egg mixture in a slow stream, whisking. Pour custard into saucepan.
2.
Cook custard over moderately low heat, stirring constantly, until it registers 170°F on an instant-read or candy thermometer (do not let boil). Pour custard through a fine sieve into a clean bowl and cool completely. Stir in passion-fruit pulp, then chill, covered, until cold.
3.
Freeze custard in ice cream maker. Transfer to an airtight container and put in freezer to harden.
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° Ice cream can be made 1 week ahead.
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* Available in Latino markets.