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Pineapple-Champagne Sorbet

I’ll bet Dom Pérignon, the monk who is often given credit for inventing Champagne, would be turning over in his grave if he knew I had mixed his fizzy elixir with pineapple. But I’m sure I’d have his blessing if he tasted how good this combination is.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes about 3 cups (750 ml)

Ingredients

1/2 pineapple, peeled and cored (2 cups, 500 ml purée)
6 tablespoons (75 g) sugar
1/2 cup (125 ml) Champagne or sparkling wine

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cut the pineapple into chunks and purée in a blender with the sugar until smooth. Stir in the Champagne.

    Step 2

    Chill the mixture thoroughly, then freeze it in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

  2. Perfect Pairing

    Step 3

    Serve in goblets, with a festive pour of Champagne or sparkling wine.

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