I am quite possibly the pickiest peppermint afficionado that exists. I love Bob’s peppermint candy canes, but other brands sometimes taste a bit off (which is why I ended up with a gigantic box of 48 candy canes, they were Bob’s). Bob’s sugar sticks, sold at Cracker Barrels, are quite possibly the most divine candy on the face of the planet. I am a complete snob about peppermint ice cream–it has to meet certain specifications to receive my stamp of approval. Blue Bunny? Two thumbs down, way down. Edy’s? Two thumbs up. And Renae’s homemade ice cream? The best I’ve ever tried. Though I love the chocolate/peppermint combo, I do not enjoy most peppermint beverages (Starbucks dark chocolate peppermint frappucino, I’m looking at you). Picky, picky, picky. In order to not sound too Scrooge-y, I’ll leave you with this. I adore this recipe for Chocolate Peppermint Kisses. Mm-mmmm.
3 Comments
Lindsey Dec 8, 2007 3:59 PM
I love peppermint! And since peppermint ice cream is my favorite, would you recommend the Edy’s Slowly Churned? It was great last year, but this year each carton I’ve purchased (thus far, 2) has failed to impressed. That recipe looks great, but alas, egg whites hate me and will not whip for me. I might have to invite myself over for Renae’s ice cream though!
Jacinda Dec 8, 2007 11:49 PM
Nothing wrong with a bit (or a bundle) o’ pickiness.
RT Dec 9, 2007 11:44 PM
Hm. I don’t know if I’ve tried the Edy’s you’re talking about… I’ll pay attention the next time I head to the grocery store.
Egg whites. You’ve got to whip those puppies a good long time. I’m sure that you of all people, Lindsey, could make these cookies. I’ve seen the goodies you’ve concocted!