Rita's Italian Ice (401 Centre St) Recipe

Time3h

Serves8

Make Rita's Italian Ice (401 Centre St) Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Simple Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, then bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and let cool.
2
Mix Base Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt. Whisk until fully incorporated.

3
Choose Your Flavor
Select your desired fruit puree (strawberry, mango, raspberry) or lime juice to flavor the base mixture. You can also make a combination of flavors if desired.
4
Combine Flavors
Add the chosen fruit puree or lime juice to the base mixture and stir well to ensure even distribution of the flavor.

5
Transfer to Freezer
Pour the flavored mixture into a shallow pan or ice cream maker. If using a pan, make sure it’s a metal one for better freezing results.
6
Freeze and Scrape
Freeze for about 4-6 hours or until firm. Every 30 minutes, take a fork and scrape the mixture to create a fluffy texture. Repeat until the desired consistency is achieved.

7
Scoop and Serve
Once the Italian ice is fully frozen and fluffy, scoop it into bowls or cups. Serve immediately and enjoy!