CAFE LATTE SLUSH

1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar
2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso
2 cups milk or half-and-half,* divided use
Chocolate syrup (for garnish)

Combine sugar and hot coffee in a large mixing bowl, stirring until sugar dissolves; stir in 1 cup milk. Cover and freeze 8 hours.

Let thaw slightly in refrigerator; add remaining 1 cup milk. Beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth.

Garnish with chocolate syrup, if desired. Serve immediately.

*Substitute fat-free milk or fat-free half-and-half for regular milk or half-and-half.

Makes 7 cups
From: Jannet Ewing; La Ceiba, Honduras
Source: Southern Living Magazine, March 2001