1 1/2 tsp. (7 ml) unflavored gelatin
2 tbsp. (30 ml) boiling water
2 tsp. (10 ml) green peppermint flavoring
1/4 tsp. (1 ml) salt
1 envelope (1 env.) low-calorie whipped topping mix
1/2 c. (125 ml) cold water
1 tsp. (5 ml) vanilla extract
1/4 c. (60 ml) small semi-sweet chocolate chips

Sprinkle gelatin over boiling water, stirring to dissolve. Add peppermint flavoring and salt; stir well. Let mixture cool. Combine topping mix, cold water and vanilla in bowl and whip mixture until stiff. Fold in peppermint mixture and chocolate chips. Pour into freezer tray and freeze until firm.

Yield: 6 servings.