Limoncello, Pear, and Riesling Granita–Serves 6

Mix water, 1 c wine, and sugar in medium saucepan and bring to boil. Add pears, lower the heat to simmer and cook the pears gently, about 10 min. Let cool slightly. Drain, reserving cooking liquid. Puree pears in food processor until smooth. You should have about 1 c puree. Transfer to mixing bowl. Add cooking liquid, remaining c of wine and limoncello to bowl. Mix well. Pour into a shallow pan that will fit into the freezer and freeze. Gently stir every 2 hours until frozen. Scrape into bowls and serve immediately. Garnish w lemon zest or fresh mint.

Limoncello 0.25c
Pears 2 peeled, seeded, and quartered
Sugar 0.5c
Water 1c
Wine, Riesling 2c