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Although complex black plums, with their winey flavor, taste and look spectacular in this refreshing granita, you can use most any variety. Ingredients:
1 cup water |
2/3 cup sugar |
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
5 whole allspice |
1 1/2 pounds black plums, quartered and pitted |
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice |
3/4 cup basil leaves |
Directions:
1. Place first 6 ingredients in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 15 minutes or until plums begin to fall apart, stirring occasionally. Place pan in a large ice-filled bowl; cool completely, stirring occasionally. Discard allspice.
2. Place the plum mixture, lime juice, and basil in a blender; process until well blended. Press the plum mixture through a fine sieve over a bowl, and discard solids. Pour the mixture into an 8-inch square glass or ceramic baking dish. Cover and freeze until partially frozen (about 2 hours). Scrape with a fork, crushing any lumps. Freeze for 3 hours, scraping with a fork every hour, or until completely frozen.
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