classic vanilla ice cream

5. Once the ice cream is churned, transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the freezer to harden for at least 2 hours.
6. Enjoy your delicious homemade vanilla ice cream!
Note: If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can also place the refrigerated mixture in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish and freeze for about 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes until the desired consistency is achieved.