Orange Sorbet

By pattie_d

From two ingredients come two sunny frozen desserts -- granita and sorbet. The difference is in their texture: One is slushy, the other smooth.

Ingredients

• 5 or 6 oranges (3 cups juice)
• 1/2 cup sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Squeeze 5 to 6 oranges to yield 3 cups of juice. In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup orange juice and 1/2 cup sugar. Boil over high heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Transfer mixture to a shallow 2-quart dish, and add remaining orange juice.

Freeze until solid, 2 to 2 1/2 hours. With a fork, break into small pieces. Working in batches if needed, process in a food processor until smooth. Transfer to an airtight container; store in freezer. Before serving, let soften in refrigerator, 10 to 15 minutes.