Coffee-House Slush

6 cups strong-brewed coffee

2 cups granulated sugar

2 quarts (8 cups) milk

1 quart (4 cups) half-and-half

4 teaspoons vanilla extract

Whipped cream

In a 5-quart freezer container stir the coffee and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Stir in the milk, half-andhalf, and vanilla. Cover and freeze overnight. Before serving, thaw the mixture in the refrigerator for 8 to 10 hours or until slushy. When ready to serve, spoon into glasses and garnish with the whipped cream, or serve from a punch bowl and garnish.

YIELD: 5 QUARTS