Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

fresh lemon verbena leaf

gently packed

1 cup

superfine sugar

0.25 cup

fresh lemon juice

3 cup

cold water

1 cup

fresh herb

optional herb additions

Step 1
~5 min

Combine lemon verbena leaves (or scented geranium leaves) with sugar in a food processor.

Step 2
~5 min

Process until the mixture turns into a bright green paste, scraping down the sides as necessary.

Step 3
~5 min

Add lemon juice and process briefly.

Step 4
~5 min

Add cold water and process until combined.

Step 5
~5 min

Strain the liquid through a fine sieve to remove leaf particles.

Step 6
~5 min

Freeze in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's directions.

Step 7
~5 min

If an ice cream maker is not available, strain and freeze the mixture, stirring every half an hour until done.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

For a smoother sorbet, churn for a longer time in the ice cream maker.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a palate cleanser between courses.

Serve as a light and refreshing dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Shortbread cookies

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Sorbet is a popular dessert in French cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer parties
Special occasions

Occasion Tags

Summer
Parties
Special Occasions

Popularity Score

70/100

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