fresh mint #1

• 4 c. half and half
• 1 egg
• 1/2 c. sugar
• 1/4 c. vanilla sugar
• bunch of fresh mint
• 1 1/2 t. vanilla extract
• 3/4 t. peppermint oil

1. heat 2 c. of half and half in saucepan
2. steep mint in simmering half and half for 15-20 minutes
3. meanwhile, beat egg in bowl
4. slowly incorporate all of the sugar
   
5. once the mint has steeped for 15-20 minutes, strain half and half into egg/sugar mixture slowly, whisking continuously.
6. pour rest of half and half into the mixture
7. stir in vanilla and peppermint oil
8. chill mixture
9. pour into ice maker and freeze mixture according to manufacturer's instructions

RESULTS:
Incredibly refreshing taste. Excellent fresh mint flavor.
Texture is very light. Maybe too light, though it works with the lightness of the flavor.
Could replace 1-2 c. of half and half with cream to make a denser texture.