Mama Tish's Lemon Ice Recipe
Make Mama Tish's Lemon Ice 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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Base Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on the counter to soften them. Cut them in half and juice them until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- 2
Making the Simple Syrup
In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with the cooled simple syrup and the remaining cup of water. Stir well to combine.
Freezing
- 4
Chilling the Mixture
If you're using mint leaves or lemon zest, add them to the lemon mixture now and stir well. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or ice cream maker.
- 5
Freezing
If using a shallow dish, place it in the freezer. After about 30 minutes, stir the mixture with a fork to break up any ice crystals. Return to the freezer and repeat this process every 30 minutes until the mixture is fully frozen and fluffy, about 2-3 hours.
Serving
- 6
Serving the Lemon Ice
Once frozen, scrape the lemon ice with a fork to fluff it up. Serve in bowls or cups. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.
