Orange Sorbet With Blood Orange Salad

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   Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Boil until the sugar melts, and remove from the heat.

3. 3

   Allow to cool while you squeeze the oranges.

4. 4

   Place a 1-quart container in the freezer.

5. 5

   Combine the strained orange juice, the syrup, lemon juice and Cointreau or Grand Marnier in a bowl.

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   Transfer to an ice cream maker, and freeze according to the manufacturers instructions.

7. 7

   Once the sorbet reaches the desired consistency, transfer to the chilled container and freeze for at least two hours.

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   Allow to soften for 15 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.

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   Using a small paring knife, peel away the skin and white pith from the blood oranges or navels (break tangerines into sections).

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    Cut the sections away from the membranes, holding the oranges above a bowl so that you catch all of the juice, then squeeze the shell of membranes above the bowl to catch any remaining juice.

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    Toss with the Grand Marnier and mint.

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    Place one or two scoops of the sorbet in serving bowls, garnish with the blood oranges and their juice, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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