LEMON VODKA GRANITA

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 1/4 cups fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup simple sugar syrup (see recipe below)
1/4 cup vodka
Raspberries or blueberries for garnish
Sliced toasted almonds for garnish
1 cup water
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon zest and juice, syrup and vodka and transfer to a metal 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Freeze for 4 hours.
  • Remove baking pan from freezer and scrape surface with a spatula or fork to create large crystals. Transfer crystals to wine goblets and garnish with fresh berries and toasted almonds.
  • Bring water and sugar to a boil and boil until sugar is dissolved. Cool to room temperature and transfer to a jar. Store in a cool pantry or refrigerate.

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