CREAMY LIME SHERBET

Creamy Lime Sherbet image

The lime flavor in this cool, creamy treat is perfect for hot summer days. The pastel color makes it so pretty whether served in a dish or a cone. -Mary Beth Dell Spiess, Industry, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 can (6 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
Dash salt
4 cups milk
2 cups half-and-half cream
8 drops green food coloring, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Stir in the sugar, limeade and salt until sugar is dissolved. Add remaining ingredients. , Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer two-thirds full; freeze according to the manufacturer's directions. Refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze. When sherbet is frozen, transfer to a freezer container; freeze for 2-4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.