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5/22/10

Cava, Strawberry and Orange Sorbet

Viva España!

Having said that, we enjoyed our Spanish theme dinner on 5/22/10. Sure... it's not a Sunday meal, but hey we had Sunday plans! Anyway... this was the winner of the coveted star for the weekend!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 10-ounce package frozen sweetened strawberries, thawed
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup brut cava (Spanish sparkling wine)
  • Fresh strawberries (Garnish)
Preparation

Stir sugar and water in small saucepan over medium-low heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil. Transfer to large bowl. Puree strawberries in processor. Add to syrup. Mix in orange juice and cava. Refrigerate strawberry mixture until well chilled.
Process strawberry mixture in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. Transfer sorbet to covered container and freeze until ready to serve. (Can be prepared 4 days ahead.) Scoop sorbet into glasses. Top with fresh berries and serve.