Use any variety of garden mint you have on hand for this recipe; they all work well. Served between courses, this makes a refreshing palate cleanser.
What You'll Need
- 1 packed cup chopped mint leaves
- 2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup sweet white wine
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
How to Make It
In medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the chopped mint, water, and sugar to a simmer. Cover the pan, lower the heat slightly, and cook for about 3 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat and cool the mixture to room temperature. Stir in the white wine and lemon juice. Chill the mixture for 2 hours. Freeze in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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Calories | 345 |
Total Fat | 0 g |
Saturated Fat | 0 g |
Unsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 6 mg |
Carbohydrates | 85 g |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g |
Protein | 1 g |