1¼ pounds Granny Smith apples
1 lemon, juiced
1½ c sugar
1¼ c water
1 2-inch piece of cinnamon stick
1 T fresh ginger, sliced
Halve and core apples; cut into thin slices, leaving skin on. Toss with lemon juice and place in freezer overnight. Next day, make a simple syrup with sugar and water, bringing liquid to a boil. Add cinnamon stick and ginger. Simmer for 5 minutes. Pour over the apples and stir. Puree apple/syrup mixture in food processor until smooth. Freeze in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's directions. Allow to soften slightly before serving. Makes about 1 quart.
Approximate Nutrition Analysis (per serving): calories, 378; fiber, 4 g; fat, 1 g; cholesterol, 0 mg; sodium, 3 mg, calories from fat, 1%.
