Fresh Strawberry Granita
DESSERT
Contributed by Grae Arabasz
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Servings: 4
Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup warm water
2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice (I prefer lime)
3 cups sliced strawberries (plus some for garnish, if desired)
Lemon or lime zest
Method
1. Combine first three ingredients in a blender; process until sugar
dissolves.
2. Add strawberries and juice; process the mixture until smooth.
3. Pour mixture into a 8-inch square baking dish.
4. Cover and freeze 1 hour until the mixture is icy around edges; stir
well.
5. Cover and freeze 2 hours.
6. Remove mixture from freezer; let stand at room temperature 10
minutes.
7. Scrape entire mixture with a fork until fluffy. Top with garnish if
desired.
NOTE: Granita can be made the day before. Freezing times and
additional mixing times will vary based on your freezer and the size
of your dish.
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