Please note that the Prep time does not include freezing time. This recipe is best prepared several hours or a day ahead. See the notes in the post above for grape recommendations.
Author: California Table Grape Commission
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
1½ pounds (4 cups) black California seedless grapes, washed and stemmed
¼ cup sugar
2 tablespoons vodka
2 tablespoons lemon juice
8 large basil leaves
Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, puree grapes and sugar until smooth.
Pour the mixture into a small saucepan and bring to boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the mixture has reduced by about one-third, about 15 minutes.
Stir in the vodka, lemon juice, basil and salt then let cool to room temperature.
Pour the mixture into a shallow pan and freeze until hard, about 3 to 4 hours.
Transfer the sorbet to a food processor or blender and process until smooth and creamy, and lightened in color. Serve immediately.