Clove-Wine Sorbet


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A wonderful palate cleanser that isn't too sweet to interfere with the wines you are serving with the meal!

Check out Ice Cream, Sorbet, Granita, & Gelato Recipes for more recipe ideas.


Clove-Wine Sorbet

1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons whole cloves
1/2 cup dry white
wine
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed
lemon juice

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until mixture comes to a boil; reduce heat to low, add cloves, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely. When cool, strain and discard cloves.

Add wine and lemon juice to the sugar syrup; stir until thoroughly blended.

NOTE: The wine (or any other type of alcohol) is the secret to a soft sorbet. Alcohol itself does not freeze and adding a little bit keeps the sorbet from doing the same.

Ice Cream Maker - Transfer mixture to ice cream maker, process according to manufacturer's instructions.

Freezer Method - Pour into container, cover, and place mixture in the freezer. When it is semi-solid, mash it up with a fork and refreeze again. When frozen, place in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. Cover and refreeze until serving time.

NOTE: Can be prepared 3 days in advance. Cover and keep frozen.

Makes 10 to 12 servings.