If you are looking for an easy, fast way to make ice cream at home, you have to get the Cuisinart Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt Maker.  By far, this is the best one around.  The one I have comes with two bowls, which makes it great for serving ice cream to a larger crowd.  One just doesn't seem to be enough!  :o)  It only takes about 20-25 minutes to make ice cream, depending on the ingredients.  It is also great for making margaritas, just be sure to put in the tequila at the very end, since the alcohol inhibits the freezing process.  The bowls are stainless steel on the inside, so clean...