Chocolate Mint Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 1/2 cups cookie crumbs and melted butter or margarine.
2. 2
   Press firmly over bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
3. 3
   Freeze.
4. 4
   Spread half of softened ice cream in crust.
5. 5
   Drizzle 2 tablespoons creme de menthe, or mint flavouring and sprinkle 1/2 cup cookie crumbs over the ice cream.
6. 6
   Repeat.
7. 7
   Freeze until firm.
8. 8
   In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
9. 9
   Add salt and cream of tartar, and beat until slightly stiff.
10. 10
    Gradually beat in sugar until peaks form.
11. 11
    Fold in 2 teaspoons creme de menthe or mint flavouring.
12. 12
    Spread meringue over pie right to the to edges.
13. 13
    Freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.