Strawberry Sorbet

A wonderful, light and refreshing treat to enjoy on a hot summer's day. This simple sorbet offers a kiss of orange liqueur and strawberry in every cooling spoonful.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 (10-ounce) package frozen sliced California Strawberries in syrup, thawed
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 cup orange-flavored liqueur
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Cooking Directions:

1. In small saucepan combine strawberries, water and sugar. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
2. In blender or food processor fitted with metal blade combine strawberry mixture, liqueur and lemon juice; blend until smooth.
3. Pour into shallow pan; freeze until firm about 1-inch around edges. Beat smooth. Return to freezer, freeze firm.

Makes 4 servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of California Strawberry Commission. ©2003 California Strawberry Commission. All rights reserved. Used with permission.