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title: Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
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# Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

## Ingredients  

* 1 cup whole milk, chilled
* ¾ cup granulated sugar
* 2 cups heavy cream, chilled
* 2 tsp. peppermint extract
* 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate bar, finely chopped

## Instructions

1. In a medium mixing bowl,
    whisk the sugar into the milk until dissolved.

2. Stir in heavy cream and peppermint.
    Cover and chill the mixture for 1 hour.

3. Turn on the ice cream maker and pour in the mixture.
    Let churn for 25 minutes.

4. In the last 5 minutes of churning,
    slowly add in the chocolate.

5. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container
    and freeze for at least 3 hours before serving.

## Notes

* Makes about 3 pints.

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## Chef's Notes

* Chopping the chocolate is laborious and _very_ messy.
    I suspect the texture is nicer and the result more "homemade" feeling,
    but if you're not trying to impress, go with chocolate chips.

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