Coconut Ice Cream

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups half and half
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/4 cup toasted coconut (extra for garnish)
In a medium size saucepan over medium-low heat warm the cream with the sugar and vanilla. When hot, but not boiling, remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add the half-and-half and the coconut, stirring well. Cover and place mixture in refrigerator to chill. Place in tub of electric ice cream maker. If not full, add 1/2 cup of cold milk and follow the ice cream maker's instructions. The ice cream should make in about 20 minutes.
Tip: To Toast Coconut: Place coconut on shallow baking pan and bake in 325 degree oven, 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning.