Cranberry Granita

A frozen dessert that's simple to make and easy to enjoy. Don't let the time intimidate you; most of it is spent in the freezer.

• Ready In: 7 hrs 5 mins
• Serves: 5-6

Ingredients

• 2  cups cranberry juice
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 1⁄4 cup lime juice
• 1⁄4 cup vodka

Directions

1. Whisk the cranberry juice and sugar in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat just until the sugar dissolves.
2. Pour the cranberry mixture into a 13 by 9 by 2-inch glass baking dish. Cool completely.
3. Whisk in the lime juice and vodka.
4. Freeze until the granita becomes slushy, about 2 hours.
5. Using fork, stir to blend. Continue freezing the granita until frozen, stirring every hour to form crystals, at least 5 hours or overnight.
6. Divide the granita among 6 dessert/wine glasses. Garnish with fresh cranberries, if desired, and serve.