National Ice Cream Day: 10 Fun facts

Origin of Ice Cream

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Most Popular Flavor

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An American Favorite

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World Record Scoop

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Ice Cream for Breakfast

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The Sundae Story

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Astronaut Ice Cream

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Ice Cream & The Movies

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Cream or No Cream?

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Happy National Ice Cream Day!

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