Grasshopper Pie

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   Throw the cookies and melted butter into a food processor and pulverize.

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   (Or, if you have some aggression or energy to expend, you can crush them in a large resealable plastic bag using a rolling pin!)

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   Set a small handful of crumbs aside to sprinkle over the finished pie.

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   Pour the rest into a pie pan and press into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.

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   Set aside.

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   Heat the marshmallow and half-and-half in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly.

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   As soon as it's all melted and combined, place the saucepan in a bowl of ice to cool down quickly.

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   (Stirring occasionally will hasten this process.)

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   Once cool, add the creme de menthe and creme de cacao.

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    Taste and add more creme de menthe if needed.

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    Add the green food coloring if using.

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    In a mixing bowl, beat the cream until stiff.

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    Pour the cold marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream and fold together gently.

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    Pour the filling into the chocolate crust.

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    Sprinkle over the reserved cookie crumbs.

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    Freeze until very firm, about 2 hours.

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    Remove from the freezer 10 minutes or so before you want to slice and serve.

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