Peppermint Punch

1 quart peppermint ice cream
1 jar strawberry preserves
2 liters of Sprite, chilled
1/2 cup finely ground peppermint candy (like granulated sugar or finer)
6 candy canes for garnish

Directions:
Place ice cream in punch bowl and allow to soften. Pour strawberry preserves over the ice cream and swirl it through. Immediately before serving, pour Sprite over the ice cream. Sprinkle ground peppermint candy over top. Float candy canes on top or hang them from the side of the punch bowl. Serves 24.

Notes:
From Kentucky Living, February 2006