Easy Lime Granita (2 ways)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup lime juice ((strained))
• zest 1 lime
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup lime juice
• zest 1 lime

Instructions

1. 1

   --- FREEZER GRANITA ---

2. 2

   In a small pot on medium high heat combine the sugar and water, bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Let cool completely.

3. 3

   When the syrup has cooled had the strained lime juice and zest, whisk to combine. Pour into a freezer safe bowl. Place in the freezer for approximately 1 hour (may be more or less time depending on your freezer).

4. 4

   Remove bowl from the freezer and with a fork break up the ice and mix to combine. Repeat 3-4 times or until the mixture is slushy. Serve in a tall glass with a spoon.

5. 5

   --- ICE CREAM MAKER GRANITA ---

6. 6

   Follow the same steps for the freezer method, but instead of pouring into a bowl pour into the ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's directions, 25-30 minutes or until mixture becomes compact and creamy. Enjoy!