Cool down with this watermelon and strawberry sorbert

Hot summer weather needs cool icy recipes and this watermelon and strawberries sobert is perfect for any hot day.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups cubed seedless watermelon
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint minced (optional)

Method

1. Bring water and sugar to the boil in a small heavy saucepan. Cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
2. Place watermelon, strawberries and sugar syrup in a blender. Cover and process for 2-3 minutes or until smooth.
3. Strain and discard seeds and pulp.
4. Transfer puree to a deep plastic container or dish.
5. Freeze for 1 hour or until edges begin to firm.
6. Stir in mint. Freeze 2 hours longer or until firm.
7. Just before serving, transfer to a blender; cover and process for 2-3 minutes or until smooth.

This article first appeared in Living and Loving and has been republished with permission.

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