Watermelon Mint Sorbet

I am obsessed with watermelon - especially when in the middle of the summer when it's sticky hot and the watermelon is cold and sweet.  So, I knew this was a must try recipe for my ice cream maker.  I'll tell ya, I wasn't let down.  This watermelon mint sorbet was the perfect combination of refreshing and sweet (and so easy).  You can even add a little rum!

What you'll need:
1/4 to 1/2 of a large watermelon
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (2-3 limes)
1 tablespoon freshly chopped mint (or eliminate if you don't like mint)
1 tablespoons simple syrup (you may need more or less depending on the sweetness of the watermelon)

Chop the watermelon in large pieces and throw into a food processor or blender along with the lime juice and simple syrup (make sure the simple syrup is cool).  If you want to add a bit of rum, do so here. Blend until smooth.  Then add the mint and allow the mint to chop into small flecks.  Pour mixture into a bowl.  Cover and allow to cool in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour.

Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and allow to churn for 20-30 minutes.

Then pour into a glass container with a lid and put it in the freezer for a few hours.

Once you take it out, you may need to let it rest for a few minutes, but you should be able to scoop it out easily!

Enjoy!  I certainly did!  Next week, I'm going to try a mango habanero sorbet.