Ginger Vanilla Float

This is based on a recipe from Farallon restaurant, which I believe is in San Francisco - the recipe was in the newspaper, and is a great adult version of the classic ice-cream float.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 2  scoops vanilla ice cream (1/3 cup each)
•  cilled ginger ale or  ginger beer
• 2  teaspoons fresh lime juice
• 3  tablespoons  lightly sweetened whipped cream
• 1  tablespoon  toasted shredded coconut
•  lime slice (optional)

Directions

1. Scoop ice cream into chilled 16 ounce glass.
2. Add the lime juice.
3. Fill with ginger ale or ginger beer (ginger beer has a much sharper, more spicy flavor, if you're unfamiliar with it).
4. Top with whipped cream and coconut and garnish with a lime wedge, if desired.
5. Serve immediately.
6. To toast coconut, spread flaked coconut on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees, stirring frequently, for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned.
7. Remove from oven and store in an airtight container or bag until needed.