Cantaloupe Cayenne Sorbet

Here's my version of this delicious sorbet from Humphry Slocombe, one of San Francisco's top ice cream makers. The vodka in this is optional, but I think it helps create a smoother texture.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 176 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons vodka
• 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• 1 ½ pounds cantaloupe chunks
• 1 ½ tablespoons seasoned rice wine vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place melon in bowl of a blender. Add sugar, vodka, rice vinegar, lime juice, and cayenne pepper.

Step 2

Blend on highest speed to completely liquefy, 1 or 2 minutes. Pour into ice cream maker and proceed according to manufacturer's instructions. Smooth out surface and cover with plastic wrap. Freeze until firm, at least 5 hours.