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Tips & Tricks: Homemade Granita
Season 2015
Episode 45
A subtler version of the sugary slushies we coveted as kids, granitas perk up everything from seafood to summery cocktails and fruit salads, plus creamy desserts like yogurt and ice cream. And they’re easy to make. Freeze some of your favorite wine, beer, citrusy soda, or juice, and when you’re ready to serve, simply scrape the flavored ice until it forms small shavings.
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