[Ragtime Cowgirl]

Thank you for the Thanksgiving ping, carlo. The recipes look yummy! Be back after the election - though we could use a little thanksgiving now. (^:

[carlo3b]

Be back after the election - though we could use a little thanksgiving now. (^:

Not to worry, I'll be here with a few celebration recipes, and the champagne!

[carlo3b]

Serve this after our victorious election, between the salad and entree, with your typical Republican dinner!

Raspberry Champagne Sorbet

• 1 c  water; divided
• 3/4 c  sugar
• 2 c  fresh raspberries
• 2 c  champagne; chilled

Combine 3/4 cup water and sugar in a small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar melts. Remove from heat, and cool completely.
Using a food processor bowl; add raspberries and remaining 1/4 cup water. Process until smooth. Strain and discard seeds.     Combine sugar water mixture, raspberry puree, and champagne. Pour mixture into the freezer can of an ice-cream freezer, and freeze according to the manufacturer's directions. Spoon into a freezer safe container; cover and freeze (ripen) 1 hour.
(serving size: 1/2 cup).
Yield: 4 cups