How Do I Crush Ice?
Summer drinks, cocktails and snowcones aren't the same without an ample supply of crushed ice. Though appliances --- such as a blender --- are typically used for crushing the ice, they aren't necessary. Common items found in nearly every home crush ice with a minimum of time and effort, so you don't need to buy a blender for that last minute party. Prepare the ice ahead of time so it's ready to serve. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Place ice cubes in a 1 gallon freezer storage bag. Fill the bag approximately 1/3 full. Press out the air and seal the bag closed.
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Wrap the bag in a tea towel. Don't use terrycloth towels, as any ice that escapes from the bag clings to terrycloth.
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Roll a rolling pin over the top of the ice, crushing it. Alternatively, thump the wrapped ice with a wooden spoon or rubber mallet until the ice is crushed to the desired size pieces.
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Use the crushed ice immediately or return it to the freezer for later use. The ice may require light crushing right before serving, as refrozen crushed ice sometimes fuses together.
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Tips & Warnings
Crush the ice directly in the tea towel if you don't have a plastic bag. Crush in small batches and change the towel as it becomes wet if you are crushing a large amount of ice.
