Peach Granita with Strawberries
Serves 2-4
Ingredients
- 5 yellow peaches , scored
- 1 cup strawberries , hulled and halved
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1 fresh mint leaf , for garnish
Instructions
- Add water to a medium pot and bring to a low boil. Add the peaches. Cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain, and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Peel the skins from the peaches, remove the pit, and cut into fourths. Add the peaches to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Combine the water and sugar in a medium pot and bring to a boil until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the puree and lemon juice. Remove from the heat and carefully transfer the mixture to a medium bowl. Cover and chill in the refrigerator until cool.
- Transfer the bowl to a freezer and freeze the mixture for 3-4 hours. Remove the bowl from the freezer and gently mix with a fork. Return the bowl to the freezer.
- When you are ready to serve, let the granita slightly soften and then gently stir in the strawberries. Scoop into individual glasses or serving bowls with a spoon. Garnish with mint over the top, if desired. Serve immediately.