Apple Ginger Granita

From “Start Fresh” by Tyler Florence

soothing for sore throat, stomach upset

Ingredients:

3 cups 100% apple juice

1 cup water

3 TB honey

1 tsp grated, peeled fresh ginger (or ½-1 tsp ginger powder)

Directions:

In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients.  Bring to a boil over medium heat.  

Remove from heat and let cool for 20 minutes.

After it has cooled, pour it into a 9x13 glass baking dish.  Cover tightly with plastic and place in the freezer for at least 3 hours, or until frozen solid.  

Use a fork to scrape the granita into serving cups.  

Scrape any remaining into an airtight container and return to freezer.