WATERMELON & MINT GRANITA

Fiona Staunton • July 19, 2017

A delicious, refreshing palate cleanser.

SERVES 6-8

Ingredients:

600g Watermelon

bunch mint leaves, chopped

50 raw honey


Directions:

1. Blend all ingredients in food processor.

2. Strain through a sieve.

3. Place in the freezer, after 90 mins, scrape around the sides of the container with a fork.

4. Repeat every hour until you have a container of ice crystals.

5. Serve as a refreshing palate cleanser in a small bowl.

6. For an adult version, add a shot of vodka!

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