Mojito Granita

1. 1

   Add the water and sugar to a small, nonreactive saucepan, then grate the zest from the 2 limes directly into the saucepan.

2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved.

3. 3

   Reserve 5 of the mint leaves, add the remaining mint to the saucepan, and remove from the heat.

4. 4

   Cover and let stand for 8 minutes, then remove the cover and let cool to room temperature.

5. 5

   Once cool, strain the mixture into the container you plan to freeze the granita in, pressing firmly on the leaves to extract all the flavorful liquid.

6. 6

   Discard the mint leaves.

7. 7

   Stir in the lime juice and rum, then finely chop the reserved 5 mint leaves and add them as well.

8. 8

   Freeze according to the instructions for freezing granita on page 145.

9. 9

   If you love the refreshing taste of mint as much as I do, pair this with a scoop of Fresh Mint Ice Cream (page 99).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.