Oreo Mint Ice Cream
2/3 C. coarsely chopped Oreo’s
3/4 C. sugar
2 eggs
2 C. heavy cream
1 C. milk
2 t. peppermint extract
Whisk the eggs in a mixing bowl for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. Whisk in the sugar and beat until dissolved.
Heat the cream and milk until it just begins to steam. Do not boil. Slowly add 1 C. of the cream to the egg mixture. Add the eggs to the pan with the rest of the cream. Blend well and cook for 1 minute. Add the peppermint extract.
Chill for 4 hours.
Pour mixture into the freezer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Just before the ice cream is done, add the crushed cookies.
Makes a generous quart.
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