Watermelon-Lavender Sorbet
Courtesy of National Watermelon Promotion Board 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 5 Min. Cook Time • 3 Hr. Chill Time| Ingredients |
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| 4 1/2 c. pureed watermelon pulp (divided) |
| 1/2 c. sugar (or part Splenda) |
| 1 Tbsp. lavender flowers/leaves (culinary type) |
| 1/8 tsp. salt (or to taste) |
| 2 Tbsp. lemon juice |
| 2 Tbsp. vodka (watermelon or citrus flavor) *this helps to prevent sorbet from setting up too firm |
Directions:
1. In a small saucepan over medium high heat, add 1/2 c. watermelon pulp, sugar, lavender and salt. Bring to a slow boil, then simmer for 5 min. Remove from heat and cover for 10 min.
2. Place strainer over a large bowl and pour syrup mixture through, straining out lavender flowers. Add remaining 4 c. watermelon, lemon juice and vodka. Stir until blended.
3. Pour into container, cover, place in freezer. When semi-solid, mash up sorbet with fork and freeze again. When frozen, place sorbet mixture into a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Scoop desired amount into a small bowl or parfait dish, garnish with a small wedge of watermelon and a lavender sprig.
* What better way to get a full serving of fruit than in this delicious sorbet. The watermelon adds vitamin A, vitamin C, and lots of lycopene. The lavender gives it a hint of springtime.
* This is an Elizabeth Somer recipe Courtesy of The National Watermelon Promotion Board
