Refreshing Lemon Granita

1 cup spring or filtered water
2/3 cup raw sugar
2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil.

Cook and stir until all the sugar is dissolved. Remove

saucepan from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.

Transfer mixture to an 8 - inch square baking dish and

cool to room temperature. After mixture comes to room

temperature freeze for 1 hour, then take out and stir with

a fork. Freeze for 2-3 hours longer, or until mixture is

completely frozen. Make sure to stir every 30 minutes

during that time. Just before serving, scrape and "fluff"

granita with a fork. Spoon into dessert dishes, garnish

with grated lemon peel, and a fresh mint leaf, if desired.

Serve immediately.

Hope you enjoy this refreshing, cool and summery treat!