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.