Pineapple And Orange -Tea Granita And Smootie.

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   ["Pour accumulated pineapple juice (about 1 3/4cups), the steeped orange tea, honey and cinnamon sticks to a medium sauce pan.", "Stir while bringing to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes.

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   Turn off heat, cover with a lid and allow the flavors to concentrate for another 15-20 minutes.

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   Uncover, discard cinnamon sticks and set aside to cool.", "Meanwhile, in a blender, puree pineapple chunks, add lemon juice, vanilla and yogurt, and blend until combined and smooth.", "Add the cooled syrup, blend one more time, and pour the mixture into a roasting pan or glass baking dish. The dish should be large enough so the liquid is not more than 1-inch deep.", "Freeze the mixture for 2 hours. Remove from the freezer and scrape with 2 forks to break up ice and add the diced candied orange peel. Return to the freezer and freeze until solid, about 4 hours, scraping with forks every hour or so.", "When the granita is frozen, scoop it into chilled glass bowls and serve immediately.", "For the smoothie; blend 2 scoops of granita with 1 cup of cold milk. For the float; top 2 scoops of granita with any soda of your choice (I like Gingerale or orange)."]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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