If I'm honest, I've been avoiding chocolate-based ice creams. My first few attempts, months and months ago, when I was first just getting my ice cream legs, were sort of disastrous. I was adding the chocolate too quickly, and ended up with a separated mess. This time, I melted the chocolate over a water bath, and then slowly, slowly, slowly added the custard base, whisking all the while. It worked. The result was a thick, creamy, velvety ice cream base. By using good everything, and fresh mint, I think I've produced an ice cream with a great texture and clean flavors.

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