Orange Granita

1. 1

   Clean and wash the oranges.

2. 2

   Cut off the top 1/4 of the oranges and shave a small slice off the bottom so it stands easily.

3. 3

   Using a grapefruit knife, cut out the flesh of the oranges and place in a strainer set over a bowl.

4. 4

   Be careful not to cut through the bottom.

5. 5

   Stand the oranges on a cookie sheet and place in the freezer and freeze until solid.

6. 6

   Press the flesh of the oranges through the strainer to extract all of the juice.

7. 7

   You should end up with about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups of orange juice.

8. 8

   Add the extra 4 cups orange juice. Stir in sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until the mixture is of desired sweetness. Add the basil and orange-flavored liqueur and let sit for 15 minutes.

9. 9

   Strain the mixture into a roasting pan or baking dish.

10. 10

    The dish should be large enough so the liquid is not more than 1-inch deep. Freeze the mixture for 1 hour.

11. 11

    Remove from the freezer and scrape with 2 forks to break up ice.

12. 12

    Return to the freezer and freeze until solid, about 2 to 3 hours, scraping with forks every hour or so.

13. 13

    When the granite is frozen, scoop it into the orange shells and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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