<human>: Is there a way to make a homemade ice cream that doesn't use ice cream mixes?
<bot>: Yes, you can make homemade ice cream without using ice cream mixes. You will need the following ingredients: heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional ingredients such as chocolate chips or nuts. Start by combining 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar in a bowl. Next, stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Then, add any desired flavorings such as chocolate chips or nuts. Finally, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer's instructions for freezing and making your own homemade ice cream.