Our latest Slate videodoes wild experiments involving ice cream cones. It got us thinking about a previous episode about topping ice cream. In it, we debate the merits of toppings in general (Mark is a firm skeptic), as well as specific pourables, crunchables and other adornments. Photo: Flickr CC / hashir
Eater Chris in Portland, OR, heard us talking about Magic Shell and sent in this idea: Grab yourself a mediocre-to-good vanilla ice cream. Then let it melt down while stirring to create the consistency of a soft serve (maybe a little thicker). Then, dump the Magic Shell over the top and STIR IT IN. This sounds odd but it makes for