Lemon Italian Ice

Sweet lemon icy italian confection is the perfect treat on a hot day.

Lemon italian ice.

While water is still warm add lemon zest. In a large bowl or measuring cup dissolve sugar in boiling water. One of my fondest summer memories as a child was when my grandmother would slip me a dime so i could go down to the neighborhood italian bakery and buy a cup of. Italian lemon ice is the most refreshing way to cool off in summer heat.

Sicilians figured out a long time ago that when you combine water sugar and different flavorings the most popular being coffee and lemons both found in abundance in sicily you end up with a totally refreshing light dessert. It was very hot and humid here today so i made some italian lemon ices to help cool off i have included both versions because most people have a definite preference for either the water ices or the creamier roman style ices. Found in many local bakeries in utica new york. Pour into a baking pan about 9x13 inches.

Sweet and tart it s the perfect refreshment on a hot summer day. Place the pan in the freezer for 30 60 minutes or until ice crystals form around the edges. Homemade italian lemon ice can also be referred to as granita. Pour into the chilled metal pan.

Whether you top this italian lemon ice with raspberry flavored liqueur or not this is the perfect treat for hot summer days. Place in freezer until ice starts to form around the edges about 40 to 45 minutes. Whisk in lemon juice and lemon extract. Luigi s real italian ice.

Stir the ice crystals into the center of the pan and return to the freezer. Stir until well blended. Lemon ice is a traditional italian recipe. Cover and chill completely 2 to 3 hours.

With just a few ingredients and a few hours time you will have a deliciously tangy treat that you can keep on hand when the warm weather arrives. Use a fork to stir up ice. Allow to cool to room temperature before adding lemon juice.