Peach Sorbet

Yield: 7 cups

Ingredients

• 3 cups water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen peach slices, thawed (or use fresh sliced peaches)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

1. Bring water and sugar to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring often; reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool; cover and chill.
2. Process peach slices and lemon juice in a blender or food processor until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides.
3. Combine sugar mixture, peach mixture, orange juice, and almond extract; pour into freezer container of a 4-quart hand-turned or electric freezer.
4. Freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.
5. Pack freezer with additional ice and rock salt, and let stand 1 hour before serving.