Watermelon Sorbet by the Neelys

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 4 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons grenadine
• 3 fresh mint leaves
• 1 (3 lb)  seedless watermelon

Directions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, bring sugar, syrup, lemon juice, grenadine and mint leaves to a boil dissolving the sugar granules. Let cool slightly.

2. 2

   Cut the rind off the watermelon and cut into chunks.

3. 3

   Puree half of the chopped watermelon in a blender. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a large glass bowl.

4. 4

   Repeat with remaining watermelon.

5. 5

   Add slightly cooled syrup mixture to watermelon "juice" and mix well to incorporate.

6. 6

   Place sorbet into a 2-quart plastic container and freeze for 3 to 4 hours.