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Watermelon Sorbet Recipe

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This fresh sorbet is the perfect dessert for a tropical meal.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup plus 4 cups seeded and pureed watermelon
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest

Preparation:

In a small saucepan, bring ½ cup watermelon puree and the sugar to a simmer and remove it from the heat. Add the lime juice and zest and allow the mixture to cool for 20 minutes. Add the 4 cups fresh watermelon puree to the melon-lime mixture, and then freeze in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Makes 8 servings.

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