Cook, Learn, Undertake and EAT (also known as the C.L.U.E. Society) is a similar to the board game of CLUE. It involves secrecy, fun, challenge and cooperation with the other game playing members. But don’t be alarmed, there are no murders in our society.
Here’s how it works:
Each month our members receive the name of a food blog and a theme. We lurk and hunt through our assigned blog to find a recipe that we adore and that fits the month’s theme. For February’s posting for CLUE, we were tasked to find something red (think Valentine’s Day, Heart Healthy or Red Carpet).
I would also be inspired by Miss Scarlett from the game of Clue. I would look for something that would match her cool demeanor. It might need to be something sparkly to match her wardrobe. Red was a given.
With all these thoughts whirling through my head, I set off to explore Lawyer Loves Lunch, my assigned blog for February.
LLL (as I will refer to the author of Lawyer Loves Lunch) is a practicing attorney who turned to food and blogging as an escape and to “maintain some semblance of sanity” in her hectic and chaotic life.
I looked through the desserts LLL had posted first and found some deliciousness. (Check out Mini Cheesecakes for what Ails Ya.) Then I saw directions on making your own yogurt and ultimately yogurt pops with berries.
But, then I found it! And, it had Miss Scarlett plus February’s theme written all over it. Not only was it red, it was also cool, sparkly, and delicious. (And, apparently I am on a pomegranate kick because last month’s C.L.U.E. post featured pomegranates as a garnish.)
Pomegranate-Lime Granita
from Lawyer Loves Lunch16 oz. pomegranate juice (Like POM Wonderful)
4 t. fresh lime juice (about half a large lime)
Touch of honeyMix ingredients and place in ice cream maker and freeze as directed.
Or, use LLL’s directions:
Mix all ingredients in freezer-safe bowl. Freeze for one hour. Take the bowl out and stir. Freeze for another hour, take the bowl out, and stir. Continue this process until mixture is frozen thoroughly and you have delicious POM flavored ice crystals. Spoon into a serving dish. Find a quiet corner and enjoy your treat before someone finds you and insists you share.
We haven’t made any ice cream or sorbet or sherbet in forever. I really think the last time we utilized any of our ice cream makers was the Fourth of July. Wow. Seriously?
Thanks to LLL and CLUE, we enjoyed a cool and tart treat (kind of like Miss Scarlett) and we started anticipating warmer weather when we enjoy the frozen stuff often!
(For all my CLUE posts, click here.)
Participating Bloggers:
- tba by Lisa from Authentic Suburban Gourmet
- Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Bark by Ramona from Curry and Comfort
- Love Potion #9 w/ Raspberry Chambord Ice Cubes by Christy from Confessions of a Culinary Diva
- Raspberry-Strawberry Puff Pancake by Alice from A Mama, Baby and Shar-pei in the Kitchen
- Garlicky Roasted Tomatoes by Azmina from Lawyer Loves Lunch
- Madam Wong’s Pizza Rolls by Kelli from Kelli’s Kitchen
- Roasted Asparagus by Kim from Liv Life
- Red-Hot Currant-Glazed Pork Chops by Stacy from Food Lust People Love
- Banana Cranberry White Chocolate Muffins by Aly from Cooking in Stilettos
- Red Velvet Cupcakes by Lea Ann from Cooking on the Ranch
- tba by Anna from Anna Dishes
- Tomato Herb Compound Butter by Wendy from A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Cherry Almond Coconut Bars by Jean from Lemons and Anchovies
- Strawberry Chia Jam w/ Chia Seed Pancakes by Heather from girlichef
- Raspberry Amaretto Bundt Cake by Liz from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Negroni by Kate from Kate’s Kitchen
- Strawberry Vanilla Scones by Christiane from Taking on Magazines
- Pomegranate-Lime Granita by Debra from Eliot’s Eats
- Buffalo Roasted Chickpeas by Janet from Cupcakes to Caviar
Comments & Replies
49 responses to “Pomegranate-Lime Granita for C.L.U.E.”
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I agree this has Miss Scarlet and Feb. theme written all over it. It’s beautifully red and what a great choice. I’ve never made granita! Maybe this weekend I can change that.
It was a great color and so easy. I literally dumped everything in the cuisinart, started it and came back after about 20 minutes and it was perfect.
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Wow, what a great way to use pomegranate! And lime combines so well with pomegranate — this must taste wonderful. Gorgeous stuff — thanks.
I added a bit of tonic and vodka and dumped in a scoop of this. Adult Granita Float! 🙂
What a beautiful ruby sorbet! I love that deep pinky red and the flavor of pomegranate! Nice choice, Debra!
Thanks, Stacy. The color was unbelievable.
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We both decided that pomegranates were perfect for the challenge. This granita looks refreshing and delicious!
Yes, yes we did. Great minds and all….. 🙂
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Oh my heavens!!! You (and LLL) totally nailed it!!!! These flavors are pure perfection, and that pomegranate is perfect for the heart. Excellent choice Debra!
Bonus! Heart healthy. Thanks, Kim.
This looks delicious! What a wonderful combination of flavors going on here… and low cal to boot! Woot!
Bonus! Lo-cal!!! Whoop-whoop!
Mmmm, what a delicious palate cleanser and tart treat! I can just imagine it dropped in a glass of something fizzy. Plus, SO PRETTY!
Yes, see above comment to John! But, champagne, too. Ideal!
What a stunning treat! And I’m certain the taste is just as wonderful!
Really clean and not too tart. Thanks, Liz.
This would be wonderful post-dinner treat though I might be tempted to sneak in a bite or two before my main course!
I look forward to making this recipe during the summer!
Debra, that is so incredibly beautiful I don’t know how you ate it! Seriously, it looks as soft and velvety as that plant called Cock’s Comb……..do you know the one I’m talking about? I bet that combo is delish but I’m not sure I could eat something so doggone pretty – I would have to sit and stare at it! 🙂
I know that plant. I was surprised the granita didn’t come out a bit redder, but it was so purplish-red and perfect for V-Day.
Ah, Miss. Scarlet would most definitely approve, Debra…Great flavors and color going on here. I’d come in out of the cold for this for sure! Thanks so much for sharing…
Glad you approve too, Louise!
Oh my goodness – this is one great looking granita! And so perfect for this months theme!
Thanks, Lisa. Granitas and sorbets and ices are what I crave in the hot weather, but this was a perfect treat. May need to rethink that.
Thanks for picking one of my favorite sweet treats from my blog, Debra! I can’t wait until summer so I can get my granita game on again 🙂
Absolutely! Thank you for a keeper of a recipe!
I can’t wait for the summer to enjoy such delicacies! The color is stunning!
Why wait until summer?
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I love that you chose this treat because it doesn’t require picking up really expensive fruit in the middle of winter. I can head out today and buy a bottle of pomegranate juice and have this done by dinner time. You rock, Deb. 🙂
Yes, and super easy!!!!!
I love granita so much, my favourite! Pomegranate and lime are a great combination 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
It is a great combo that I will remember!
woah this looks great! I love making granitas, so easy and oh so tasty!
Super dooper easy!
I can totally see Ms. Scarlett enjoying this granita. Great job Debra.
Thanks, Wendy. I am so glad you gave me the idea to toss the dried tomato butter with pasta!!!!! Love your vacay pics, btw.
Granitas are so refreshing! I love the pomegranate and lime combo!
It is a refreshing combo. Need to utilized these two flavors more.
I’m thinking cranberry juice here… Sounds so refreshing!!!
Yep, cranberry juice would be a great substitute.
What a gorgeous granita! I love the lime/pomegranate combo. This will be a must make when the weather warms up a bit. Nice choice!
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