Attempt at making ice cream

Peppermint, oreo, and peppermint patty ice cream:

So today I tried to make ice cream without an ice cream maker (since I don't own one) which was an adventure all in itself. First I wanted to make it without any sort of recipe to direct me but found that ice cream is really hard to make. Who knew?!? So instead of giving up entirely I went online to research the vast internet world to find a recipe that seemed simple enough. I then found myself looking at http://simplyrecipes.com/recipes/mint_chocolate_chip_ice_cream/ which sounded good and easy enough. I then followed that recipe but added my own little flair by adding Oreo cookies and peppermint patties to it! Yummy!



Although it tastes good, it takes a bunch of time and watching the ice cream. However, it was definitly worth the wait. The added oreo's and peppermint pattys give it a nice texture and is pretty sweet. I cannot get enough of it now! Which may or may not be a problem. Anyway, in reflection, I think that maybe I will add less heavy creme to make it a little more healthy. Overall though I believe this was a success.