Fruit
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This summer has been incredibly hot. Let's try to cool down, at least for a while, with a refreshing Sicilian dessert. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Remove the zest from several lemons.
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Step 2
Put it in a pot.
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Step 3
Squeeze all the lemons into the same container.
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Step 4
Add 1/2 cup of sugar.
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Step 5
Mix thoroughly and bring to a boil.
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Step 6
Boil for 5-7 minutes.
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Step 7
Turn off the heat and pour in 3 cups of cold water.
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Step 8
Transfer the mixture to an airtight container.
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Step 9
Place in the freezer for 1.5 hours. Stir with a fork and return to chill for another hour. Then repeat the process once again.
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Step 10
Here's what we should end up with.
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Step 11
Lemon granita is ready. But since we need something original, let's continue cooking.
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Step 12
We will need grape juice.
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Step 13
In a saucepan, prepare grape granita exactly the same way as lemon granita. Proportions: 2 cups of juice to 1/2 cup of sugar. Bring to a boil, cook for about 8 minutes, pour into cold water and place in the freezer. Stir occasionally and refreeze.
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Step 14
Voila!
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Step 15
Place the lemon and grape granita in a glass (in halves).