Sonoran Sunset Watermelon Ice

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If you didn’t think watermelon and cilantro could go together in a dessert, this recipe will be a pleasant surprise! Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and a sprig of cilantro on top for extra flair.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
  • dash salt

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Cool completely.
  2. Puree watermelon in a blender. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in sugar syrup and remaining ingredients. Refrigerate until cold.
  3. Pour watermelon mixture into cylinder of ice cream maker; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. Transfer to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion. Freeze 4 hours or until firm.

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