14 Reviews of Jefes Grand Granita

From: mickeydownunder

On Jun 8, 2008

Nice and zesty this is, TRUE! May I suggest paying attention to last review? Did freezer processor method as worked for me, Did I mention this is a tasty, delish recipe! THANKS!

From: Engrossed

On Jun 15, 2008

GLORIOUS! GREAT job at creating this. I decided not to strain the mint as I pureed the mix with my immersion blender right in the pot...this resulted in having an undertone of mint flavor which complimented the fruity tart flavors of the other fruits. I got the GRAND idea to add some fresh picked strawberries when pureeing it and they were the PERFECT addition! I did use 3 blood oranges and zest which only resulted in 1/4 cup of juice so I used 1 3/4 cup regular orange juice but I really think that the blood orange juice enhanced it. Anyhow I'm not sure if I taste the apples either but I'm sure they bulk it out, add nutrition and probably lend to the pleasant tartness and keep it from getting too icy. I used my new ice cream maker so mine turned out with a smoother texture. I filled the blood orange halves with it. Freddy Cat says thanks for the refreshing treat! Made for the ZWT4.

From: Chef floWer

On Jun 13, 2008

Yum! This was so refreshing, I thought all of the flavours really blended well together and it tasted more like an icey fruit salad to me Took me less 20 minutes to have it in the freezer. I left it chill overnight and used a fork to scrap the granita. Thank you LittleKiwiChook and Los Jefes de la Cocina - Made for Zaar World Tour 4

From: cookiedog

On Jun 12, 2008

What a nice and refreshing dessert! I love the calorie count on this one too . The orange was the predominant flavor, but I enjoyed the texture from the apples too. Next time, I will probably let the mint cool in the syrup before using it so that more of the mint flavor will come through. This one will cool you down and put a smile on your face and maybe even bring you a taste of Italy! Made for the ZWT 4 by a fellow Jefe de la Cocina.

From: Mulligan

On Jun 17, 2008

This is a lazy woman's granita! I started with the syrup. I left the mint in until it cooled completely. Then I used Gala apples because they were on sale. I think if I want to skip a step, I'll use 2 cups of apple sauce next time. I used regualr OJ. I froze it overnight and "thawed" it 10 minutes before scraping with a fork. I ended up leaving it out at the beginning of dinner and it was even better to scrape. DH and I will be enjoying this for at least a week! Thanks for posting! Made for ZWT4 - Chic Chefs.

From: Andi of Longmeadow Farm

On Jun 9, 2008

What an amazing refreshing treat! I find this very easy to prepare, and was so easy that I had the ingredients on hand. I never knew that a granita tasted this yummy, and was so fresh tasting and healthy too! I followed this recipe exactly, making it in the morning, and by the late afternoon had this beautiful granita. It is important to cook the sugar water (simmer) and dissolve the sugar completely. I used a gala apple, because of what was on hand, and fresh orange juice. I threw this into my ice cream maker at first; for a quick freeze. Then into the freezer to crystallize. The mint goes absolutely beautifully with this, and next time I might add a fresh strawberry or two. Thanks Little KiwiChook. Made for ZWT4 June 2008.

From: Sharon123

On Jun 14, 2008

This was light and refreshing! I would love to taste more of the mint and like the others said, couldn't taste the apple, which surprised me. I did love it though and will be nibbling on this for nights to come! Thank you Los Jefes!

From: WiGal

On Jun 12, 2008

Stunning and fairly easy to do. The orange shines through, but could not taste the apple, mint, or Grand Mariner. Thanks for sharing. Made for ZWT4.

From: superblondieno2

On Jun 11, 2008

this was a very refreshing treat for 90 F weather!! but i couldnt really tastte the apple or mint... the orange taste dominated all the others..maybe i might try more mint next time, or some mint extract

From: justcallmetoni

On Jun 15, 2008

Bright and fresh flavors just burst forward as I enjoyed this summery delight. I made a half batch with yielded 3 large portions and used juice rather than blood oranges. I included the liquor, which was great, though I think it masked the mint a bit. Next time more mint or less Grand Marnier. The addition of the apple pulp gives this granita a lovely body and richness that sets it a bit apart. Great job Los Jefes!