Ingredients
- 2 cups full cream milk
- 2 cups thickened cream
- 1 cup white sugar, divided
- A pinch flaked salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups packed fresh mint leaves
- 5 large egg yolks
Method
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, cream, half of the white sugar, salt and vanilla. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat and add the mint leaves; let steep for 20 to 30 minutes. If you desire a milder mint flavour, remove and discard the mint leaves after steeping, but for a more intense ice cream we recommend blending the milk/mint mixture using an immersion blender. After steeping, reheat the mixture to a gentle simmer over low heat.
2. While the milk/cream mixture is reheating, combine the yolks and remaining sugar in a medium bowl. Using a hand mixer on low speed or a whisk, beat until mixture is pale and thick.
3. Once the milk/cream mixture has come to a gentle boil, whisk about ⅓ of the hot mixture into the yolk/sugar mixture. Add another ⅓ of the mixture, then return the combined mixture to the saucepan. Using a wooden spoon, stir the mixture constantly over low heat until it thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon. This mixture must NOT boil or the yolks will overcook – the process should only take a few minutes.
4. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a jug or bowl. Cover the mixture with a layer of plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a ‘skin’ forming as the mixture cools and stand at room temperature for 1 hour. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight. Whisk mixture together again before pouring into the ice cream maker.
5. Pour the mixture into the mixing bowl of the Cuisinart Ice Cream and Gelato Maker fitted with the ice cream paddle. Turn unit on, set Timer and press Start. Let mix until thickened, about 40 minutes. When the ice cream is almost fully churned, gradually add the crushed cookies through the mix-in opening; let mix until fully combined.
6. The ice cream will have a soft, creamy texture. If a firmer consistency is desired, transfer to an airtight container and place in freezer for about 2 hours. If frozen for longer remove from freezer about 10 minutes before serving.