Watermelon-Lemon Sorbet

This refreshing sorbet can work both as a palate cleanser between courses, or as a wonderful dessert at the end of the meal. You can find grenadine at the wines and spirits section of large supermarkets.

Serves 5 
Prep Time 15 minutes 
Freezing Time 6 hours or overnight

1/2 cup cold water
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
3/4  cup refined sugar
3 cups fresh watermelon purée
      (from about 1/2 large watermelon)
4 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons grenadine syrup
fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

1  Place water in a small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin and let bloom for 10 minutes. Over low heat, stir until gelatin dissolves.

2  In a blender, blend gelatin mixture and all remaining ingredients together until sugar is completely dissolved. Pour into stainless steel pan and freeze for 6 hours to overnight. Stir mixture every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours.

3  When set, remove pan from freezer. Scrape sorbet with a fork and divide among serving glasses or bowls. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Photography by At Maculangan | Styling by Rachelle Santos | Art Direction by Donna Tapay| Props from Rustan’s  Department Store (Christmas trees)