9.23.2012

White Nectarine Mint Sorbet

It's STILL warm here in Southern California, so we are enjoying cool treats.  Not quite ready to heat up the house with baking and warm drinks yet.  But, nectarines and peaches have been super yummy lately.  I just picked up some white nectarines at the farmers market.  This sorbet is such a beautiful color.  It's silky smooth and just the right amount of sweet, with very little sugar at all.  And nothing brightens up flavor like fresh mint - so refreshing.


White Nectarine Mint Sorbet
6 ripe white nectarines
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
juice from one lemon
pinch of salt
2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh mint


Bring to a broil and then immediately reduce to a simmer.  Simmer on medium low for about 15 mins. or until the nectarines and their skins are tender.  Puree in a food processor until completely smooth.   Chill completely.  Pour into ice cream maker and follow the manufacturers directions.  A minute before the sorbet is done, add the mint.  Freeze in an airtight container until ready to serve.


What's the weather like where you are?  We are still in the 90's.  Are you still trying to beat the heat with cool treats, or are you warming up with all the pumpkin spice everything?

6 comments:

  1. This looks so yummy! It is rainy and cold here so not sorbet weather but made me drool all the same!



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  2. I love that you made this! It looks soooo good! Perfect for this weather :)

    Kristina
    Nook & Sea

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  3. You're right - the color is absolutely gorgeous! Though it's getting quite cold over here I'd have a bowl of this with pleasure. :)

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  4. this looks so good! i really need to get an ice cream maker! it's been on my wish list for a while now, so i think its time to cave in! :)

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  5. This is so beautiful! I am mesmerized by the color.

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    1. Oh thanks. It is really such an amazing color. I was actually surprised that it came out this pink and perfect myself.

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