Cucumber and basil are a delightful pair. You’ll enjoy the unusual combination in this cool, refreshing treat. YIELD: 1 QUART INGREDIENTS 4 large cucumbers ⅓

Light, tangy, and refreshing, lemon granita is an alluring summer treat and would be a wonderful accompaniment to strawberry sorbet. It’s also great on its

Cocoa and banana combine in this sherbet to offer a taste of the islands. Close your eyes and drink in the vacation! YIELD: 1 QUART

We absolutely love the syrup made from dried roselle hibiscus flowers. Hibiscus syrup is common in Central America and the Caribbean, where it is the

What a pair! While bananas will continue to ripen after being picked, a strawberry will only ripen on the vine. Don’t pick too early!  

Not only do strawberries have a unique flavor, but they are unique in design as well. They are the only fruit with their seeds on

As a banana ripens, the starches turn to sugar, resulting in added sweetness. Therefore, those browning bananas on the counter would be well used in

Chocolate and coffee are a classic combination, and this sherbet marries the two in a satisfyingly delicious delight. YIELD: 1 QUART INGREDIENTS  1¼ cups sugar

A touch of mint adds a cool zing to an already flavorful chocolate sherbet. Consider serving with chocolate crepes and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Chocolate sherbet is a wonderful way to get a chocolate fix without the effort of making full-on ice cream. Just quickly combine and enjoy! YIELD: