The difference between a sorbet and a granita is texture. Sorbets are smooth, whereas granitas are coarse. Makes 4 servings.

4 cups watermelon pulp
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup simple syrup
Mint sprigs for garnish
1
Puree watermelon in a food processor. Put melon, simple syrup, and lemon juice in a baking pan such as a 9 x 13-inch pan.
2
Stir well and freeze about 4 hours until frozen solid.
3
To serve, scrape up granita with a spoon or fork into goblets or clear, cut-glass dishes.
4
Garnish with mint sprigs. Buon Appetito!
Ingredients
4 cups watermelon pulp
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup simple syrup
Mint sprigs for garnish
Directions
1
Puree watermelon in a food processor. Put melon, simple syrup, and lemon juice in a baking pan such as a 9 x 13-inch pan.
2
Stir well and freeze about 4 hours until frozen solid.
3
To serve, scrape up granita with a spoon or fork into goblets or clear, cut-glass dishes.
4
Garnish with mint sprigs. Buon Appetito!