Fresh Strawberry Sorbet

As far as cold treats go, this sorbet is refreshing and pretty healthy.  I've used an ice cream maker attachment for my stand mixer, you could use a regular ice cream maker or even mix by hand and make this semifreddo style but I'm not sure how the texture will be.

2 pints fresh strawberries
1 cup lemon flavor Italian soda
2 tablespoons simple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)

In a blender or food processor puree the strawberries, add the simple syrup and combine.  Let this mixture cool in the refridgerator for 20-30 minutes.

If you are using an ice cream attachment for a stand mixer like me, make sure it is icy cold in the freezer.  Put strawberry mixture into the bowl of the ice cream maker, turn mixer on speed 1.  Pour in 1 cup of the Italian soda and let mixer run on speed 1 for 10-12 minutes. 

Scoop sorbet into a freezer safe container and allow it to harden for at least 30 minutes.  You may need to let the sorbet sit out for 10-15 minutes before serving depending on how hard it is frozen.

Try swapping out other berries or soda flavors, you can even add chopped mint or basil when you are pureeing the berries.