Orange and Lemon Ice

This is one of the typical refreshing desserts of the Middle East. You can easily substitute crushed melon or strawberries or your favorite fruit.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  cup sugar (more or less, depending on the sweetness of the fruit)
• 2 1⁄2 cups water
• 1 1⁄3 cups  fresh orange juice
• 1⁄2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1  orange, rind of, , finely grated
• 1  lemon, rind of, , finely grated

Directions

1. Bring the sugar and the water to a boil.
2. Boil 5-10 minutes, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
3. Cool slightly and strain.
4. Add the juices and rinds, stirring to mix well, or whirl in a food processor.
5. Transfer the liquid to a glass bowl, and freeze to a mush.
6. Use an electric mixer or a food processor to beat the frozen mixture until smooth.
7. Pour into a container of your choice, and return to the freezer.
8. Freeze until firm.