Classic Lemon Sorbet

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved to form a simple syrup.

2. 2

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the simple syrup to cool to room temperature.

3. 3

   Once cooled, stir in 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon of salt into the simple syrup.

4. 4

   Pour the mixture into a blender and add 2 cups of ice.

5. 5

   Blend the mixture until smooth and the ice is completely crushed.

6. 6

   Transfer the blended mixture into a shallow container and place it in the freezer.

7. 7

   Freeze for about 2-3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to break up any large ice crystals, until the sorbet is firm and scoopable.

8. 8

   Serve the lemon sorbet in chilled bowls or glasses and enjoy!