Make and share this Mint Ice Cream recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat the sugar into the eggs until thickened and pale yellow; beat in the cornstarch and set aside.
- Bring the half-and-half to a simmer in a saucepan.
- Slowly beat the hot half-and-half into the egg mixture.
- Pour the entire mixture back into the pan and place over low heat.
- Stir constantly using a whisk or wooden spoon until the custard thickens slightly (be careful not to let the mixture boil or the eggs will scramble).
- Remove from the heat and pour the hot custard through a strainer into a large, clean bowl.
- Let the custard cool slightly, the stir in the cream, peppermint extract, and food coloring; cover and refrigerate until cold or overnight.
- Stir the chilled custard, then freeze in 1 or 2 batches in an ice cream maker by following the manufacturer's directions.
- When finished, the ice cream will be soft but ready to eat; for firmer ice cream, transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze several hours.
- *After-Dinner Mint Ice Cream: add ¾ cup chopped chocolate-covered mint candies to the machine when the ice cream is semifrozen; allow the machine to mix in the candy; proceed as directed.
- *Grasshopper Pie Ice Cream: add ½ cup white creme de cacao to the custard before freezing; proceed as directed, adding ½ cup crushed chocolate wafers to the machine when the ice cream is semifrozen; allow the machine to mix in the wafers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2232.5, Fat 153.7, SaturatedFat 92.6, Cholesterol 928.1, Sodium 430.4, Carbohydrate 186.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 152.7, Protein 31.8
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Henry Potter
[email protected]I can't wait to try this ice cream recipe. It looks so delicious!
Tawsif Ahmed
[email protected]This ice cream is a great way to use up fresh mint from your garden.
ACCOUNT HACK
[email protected]I love the way the mint flavor lingers in your mouth after you eat this ice cream.
Tyrone Jumson
[email protected]This ice cream is so smooth and creamy. It melts in your mouth.
Anai Mia
[email protected]I love the bright green color of this ice cream. It's so festive and inviting.
Aqeel Qaiser
[email protected]This ice cream is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. It's also a great dessert to serve at parties.
Dilum Kavinda
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mint, but I really enjoyed this ice cream. The flavor is subtle and refreshing.
Davanna Freudenberg
[email protected]This ice cream is so delicious and refreshing. I love the way the mint flavor pairs with the creaminess of the ice cream.
Mohammed haneef Somro
[email protected]I've made this ice cream several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
NOR MIZAN MIZAN
[email protected]This ice cream is the perfect balance of sweet and minty. It's not too overpowering, but it still has a nice, refreshing flavor.
annabelle king
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a seasoned baker, but I was able to make this ice cream without any problems.
Emerald lance
[email protected]This ice cream is so creamy and refreshing. The mint flavor is perfect for a hot summer day.
Aaliyah Brown
[email protected]I've tried many mint ice cream recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the flavor is out of this world!
Bryan Shanahan
[email protected]This mint ice cream recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the refreshing flavor and creamy texture. I'll definitely be making it again soon.