Watermelon Lavender Granita
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
1. 4 1/2 cups pureed
watermelon pulp (divided)
2. 1/2 cup sugar (or part
Splenda)
3. 1 tablespoon lavender
flowers/leaves (culinary type)
4. 1/8 teaspoon salt (or to
taste)
5. 2 tablespoons lemon
juice
6. 2 tablespoons vodka (watermelon or citrus flavor) *this helps to prevent
sorbet from setting up too firm
Instructions:
In a small saucepan over medium high heat, add 1/2 cup watermelon pulp,
sugar, lavender and salt. Bring to a slow boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and cover for 10 minutes.
Place strainer over a large bowl and pour syrup mixture through, straining out
lavender flowers. Add remaining 4 cups watermelon, lemon juice and vodka. Stir
until blended.
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.
National Watermelon Promotion Board