Mint Chocolate Pie

2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 cups cold 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
5 to 6 drops green food coloring, optional
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked

In a small bowl, beat cream and sugar until soft peaks form. In a large bowl, combine the milk, extract and food coloring if desired. Add pudding mixes beat for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Fold in cream mixture and chocolate chips. Pour into pastry shell. Refrigerate for 3 hours or until set. Makes 6-8 servings.

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