Lemon-Lime Slushy

Submitted by Charlotte J

"Freezing time is about 4 hours. This cooler has a combination of sweet and sour taste."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2⁄3 cup sugar, plus
• 2 tablespoons sugar (or more to taste)
• 1 cup water
• 2 lemons, juice of (1/3 cup)
• 2 limes, juice of (1/3 cup)
• 1 lemon, washed and cut into paper-thin slices and finely chopped (optional)
• 1 lime, thinly sliced,for garnish (optional)

directions

1. In a saucepan, heat sugar and water to a boil, then simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Add the lemon and lime juices and cook 1 minute, then add the lemon slices, if desired, and cook 1 minute.
3. Transfer mixture to a 9- by 13-inch metal or glass pan and freeze for 2 to 3 hours, or until half frozen.
4. Using a fork, break up the ice until texture is almost smooth.
5. Freeze for another hour.
6. Break up ice crystals with a fork and scoop mixture into a parfait glass or tall, narrow glass.
7. Serve with a spoon, a straw, and, if desired, a slice of lime on the edge of glass.