Proserpina’s Revenge by Hell’s Belles (Granita and Sorbetto Duo)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 11
Proserpina's Revenge by Hell's Belles (Granita and Sorbetto Duo) recipe for a refreshing dessert
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Prep

45 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup water
2 cups sweet white wine ( preferably Italian )
1/2 cup sugar
2 ripe pears , peeled seeded and halved
1/4 cup lemon-flavored liqueur ( recommend Caravella Limoncello )
mint , leaves to garnish
1 lb fresh strawberries , hulled and sliced
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon orange liqueur ( Gran Gala )
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pomegranate , seeds only
1 dash grappa ( no subsitution )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
206
Sugar
38g
Fat
0g
Proserpina's Revenge by Hell's Belles (Granita and Sorbetto Duo) is a refreshing, Italian-inspired dessert that combines sweet white wine, pears, strawberries, pomegranate seeds, and a dash of grappa. This granita and sorbetto duo is the perfect combination of tart and sweet flavors, and is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth. Whether you're serving it as a light finish to a meal, or as a standalone treat, your guests are sure to be impressed by its unique flavors and presentation. So why not give it a try today?

Instructions

1.In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sweet white wine, sugar, and pears. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until pears are soft.
2.Remove pears from the saucepan and set them aside. Add the lemon-flavored liqueur and mint leaves to the remaining liquid, and then let it cool.
3.Puree sliced strawberries in a food processor or blender, then add sugar, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4.Combine pomegranate seeds and grappa.
5.Use a fork to scrape the frozen granita into a slush, and then spoon into dessert glasses. Add pear halves, and then top with the sorbetto.
6.Garnish with the strawberry puree around the bottom of the glass, top with pomegranate seeds, and then serve.

PROS

Proserpina’s Revenge by Hell’s Belles (Granita and Sorbetto Duo) is a light and refreshing dessert that’s perfect on a hot summer day.
It’s also easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great choice for dinner parties or special occasions.

CONS

This dessert contains alcohol, which may not be suitable for children or individuals with alcohol sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain fresh fruit, which provides important vitamins and minerals. Pomegranate seeds are also rich in antioxidants, which have been linked to reducing inflammation and protecting against chronic disease.

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