Creamy Blueberry Icecream

Recipe found at both TasteofHome and BakersatHeart;
Kudos to both fabulous sites.

Ingredients: (14 Servings)
4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons water
4 cups half-and-half cream
Fresh Blueberries for Garnish (Optional)






Directions:

• In a large saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sugar is dissolved and berries are softened. Strain mixture; discard seeds and skins. Stir in cream. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. Refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze. Allow to ripen in ice cream freezer or firm up in the refrigerator freezer for 2-4 hours before serving. Yield: about 1-3/4 quarts.

Nutrition:
1 serving (1/2 cup) equals 226 calories, 7 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 34 mg cholesterol, 35 mg sodium, 37 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.