Summer’s here!

At least it is in Georgia.  It is HOT here.  I know people said it would be hot already, but really?  This hot?  We’ll see if I’m cut out for the southern life.

To cool down and to test out my fantastic new ice cream maker, I made this easy sorbet.  It’s simple and made with just a few fresh ingredients.  I’m loving the idea of making lots of sorbets this summer, pairing them together, and coming up with very cool recipes in the comfort of my air conditioned kitchen. Loving it.

This is everything a sorbet should be.. made with fresh, yummy fruit and has just the right amount of sweetness.  And to top it all off, one serving is only one WW point!  

(adapted from Cooking Light)

Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. 

Place half of sugar syrup, half of sliced strawberries, and fresh lemon juice in a blender, and process until smooth. Pour pureed mixture into a bowl. Repeat the procedure with remaining sugar syrup and sliced strawberries.

Pour mixture into the freezer can of an ice-cream freezer; freeze according to manufacturer’s instructions (mine takes about 20-30 minutes). Spoon sorbet into a freezer-safe container; cover and freeze 4 hours or until firm.