Sherbet And Melon Recipes

SHERBET AND MELON

Steps:

• Cut melon lengthwise in half; remove seeds. Cut melon into 1/4-inch slices; cut away rind. Cut slices in half.
• For each serving, arrange 5 half-slices melon in fan shape on serving plate. Place 1 scoop sherbet at base of slices. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup raspberries. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon liqueur.

MELON SORBET

Steps:

• Place the melon in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. Add the lemon juice, vodka, and sugar and process for another 30 seconds. Place the mixture into the refrigerator until the mixture reaches 40 degrees F; depending on the temperature of your ingredients and refrigerator, this could take 30 minutes to 1 hour.
• Pour the chilled mixture into the bowl of an ice cream maker and process according to manufacturer's directions. Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and place in the freezer for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

MELON SORBET

Steps:

• Puree melon cubes, simple syrup, lime juice, and honey in an electric blender until smooth. Pour mixture into a bowl and chill, covered, for at least 2 hours.
• Remove from the refrigerator. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, 3 to 4 hours, before serving.