### Ingredients:
– 4-5 large apples (preferably a tart variety like Granny Smith)
– 1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
– 1/2 cup water (or apple juice for more flavor)
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
– A pinch of salt (optional, enhances flavor)
### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Apples**: Peel, core, and chop the apples into chunks.
2. **Cook the Apples**: In a saucepan, combine the apple chunks, water (or apple juice), and sugar. Cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, until the apples are soft.
3. **Puree the Mixture**: Blend the cooked apples (and liquid) until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender.
4. **Strain (Optional)**: For a smoother sorbet, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove any solids or fibers.
5. **Chill the Mixture**: Let the apple puree cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until well chilled.
6. **Freeze**: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a shallow dish, stirring every 30-60 minutes until it reaches a sorbet consistency (about 4-5 hours).
7. **Serve**: Once frozen, scoop the sorbet into bowls or cones and enjoy!
This recipe creates a refreshing, naturally sweet treat with the fresh flavor of apples.
