Rhubarb Strawberry Granita |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Fresh rhubarb and strawberries make this sweet and icy dessert such a treat. Youâll love how quickly it comes together and that itâs prepared without any special equipment. âChristen Roye, Weatherford, Texas Ingredients:
3 cups water |
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar |
1 cup diced fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed |
1/2 cup halved fresh strawberries |
2 tablespoons orange liqueur or orange juice |
fresh mint leaves and orange peel strips, optional |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, bring the water, sugar, rhubarb and strawberries to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Strain; discard pulp and seeds.
2. Transfer syrup to an 8-in. square dish. Stir in orange liqueur; cool to room temperature. Freeze for 1 hour; stir with a fork. Freeze 2-3 hours longer or until completely frozen, stirring every 30 minutes. Stir granita with a fork just before serving; spoon into dessert dishes. Garnish with mint and orange peel if desired. Yield: 8 servings.
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