Peach Orange Sherry Granitas Recipes

PURPLE POMEGRANATE GRANITAS

Steps:

• Whisk the pomegranate juice and lavender in a chilled stainless-steel bowl. Add the lime juice and rum, if desired. Freeze until icy around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes. Whisk, then continue to freeze, whisking every 20 to 25 minutes, until slushy, about 2 hours, 30 minutes; cover and freeze overnight.
• Scrape the granita with a fork, then scoop into martini glasses. Garnish with lavender.

PEACH ORANGE PINEAPPLE CHERRY JAM

Steps:

• 1. In a blender or food processor, blend fruits and cherry juice in batches until smooth. Transfer to a large kettle; stir in pectin.
• 2. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add sugar; boil for 2 additional minutes.
• 3. Remove from heat and place into prepared, sterilized jars if canning.

FLAME OF LOVE

Steps:

• Put the vodka and sherry in a mixing glass, add large ice and stir thoroughly. Slowly single-strain into a martini glass. Garnish with an orange peel (or flame an orange peel--see Cook's Note) and serve.

PEACH-ORANGE SHERRY GRANITAS

Steps:

• Bring the sugar, 1/2 cup water and the orange and lemon zest to a simmer in a saucepan, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let cool, then strain into a blender. Add the peaches and orange and lemon juice. Blend until very smooth.
• Pour into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and stir in the sherry. Freeze until beginning to harden, 2 to 3 hours, then scrape with a fork. Continue to freeze, scraping occasionally, until frozen, about 3 more hours. Serve garnished with peach and/or orange slices.