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| Nutrition Facts | ||
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Serving Size 1 (144g) Recipe makes 6 servings |
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| Calories 198 | ||
| Calories from Fat 0 | (0%) | |
| Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 0.0g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | ||
| Trans Fat 0.0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 2mg | 0% | |
| Potassium 117mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.0g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 2% | |
| Sugars 48.1g | ||
| Protein 0.5g | 1% | |
Basil and Lime Granita
By: Noo
Aug 5, 2008
This is a lovely fresh granita that couldn't be easier to prepare.We like to add a couple of shots of vodka to it,just before freezing,to make a more grown up version.Perfect for after a barbecue!! Timings do not include 3 hours freezing time.
SERVES 6
Ingredients
- 8 limes, juice of
- 30 basil leaves
- 10 ounces sugar
- 7 fluid ounces water
- vodka (optional)
Directions
1
In a pan,dissolve the sugar in the water.Bring it to a boil and simmer for a couple of minutes.Remove from the heat,and add the basil leaves.Mix and leave to cool.2
When it is cold,remove the basil leaves and discard them.Add the lime juice,including any fleshy bits,and mix.3
Pour into a large freezerproof container,and put into the freezer.4
Every 15 mins,for 2 hours, take out of the freezer and mix it up.Then every half an hour until the granita appears grainy,and the crystals have been broken down.It should resemble snow or coarse sand.5
Enjoy!
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