How to Make a Fruit Sorbet

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prepare 2.5 cups (454 grams) of fresh fruit.

   Peel the fruit, if necessary, and then cut it into small chunks.
   
   For a tropical sorbet, try mango and banana.
   
   For a family treat, try bananas and strawberries or raspberries and peaches.
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   Step 2: Spray the fruit with lemon juice to prevent browning.

   , You may need to do this in batches, if your food processor is small.
   
   Add 1 tbsp. (14.7 ml) of lemon juice to the batches as they go through the food processor so that it will mix thoroughly. , Place the bowl in the refrigerator to chill. ,, This should take about 4 minutes.
   
   Then bring to a boil for a minute and take it off the stove.
   
   This is your simple syrup. ,, Mix thoroughly. ,,, For a fluffier texture, place the sorbet in a food processor. ,, Garnish with mint and serve.
   
   Store extra sorbet in the freezer. ,
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   Step 3: Puree the fruit in a food processor.

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   Step 4: Transfer the batches to a large bowl.

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   Step 5: Place 1/3 cup (80 ml) water and 1/3 cup (65 grams) granulated white sugar in a saucepan.

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   Step 6: Stir until dissolved over low heat.

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   Step 7: Pour the syrup into a heat-safe container and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour

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   Step 8: until completely chilled.

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   Step 9: Combine the simple syrup and the fruit in the large bowl.

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    Step 10: Pour the mixture into a stainless steel pan and cover with plastic wrap.

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    Step 11: Chill in the freezer for 7 to 8 hours.

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    Step 12: Take the pan out of the freezer and stir to break up the large ice chunks.

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    Step 13: Return the sorbet to the pan and freezer for 3 hours.

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    Step 14: Take the sorbet out of the freezer and place in bowls or small cups.

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    Step 15: Enjoy!

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