Kiwi Sorbet

1 c Sugar

1/2 c Sugar

1 ea Vanilla bean, split -=OR=-

1 ts Vanilla extract

8 ea Kiwis

1 tb Cointreau, optional

2 tb Lemon juice

Kiwi slices to garnish Make a syrup by combining the water, sugar & vanilla bean (if using extract, do not add now) in a non-corrosive pot & bring to a boil. Simmer fro 5 minutes. Remove from heat & cool. Peel kiwis & puree them. Strain the syrup & discard vanilla bean. Combine the syrup with rest of the ingredients, including vanilla extract if using. Freeze following the steps for freezing Lemon Sorbet. VARIATION: Kiwi Champagne Sorbet. Substitute 1 1/2 c champagne for the sugar syrup & omit the vanilla. Do not cook. Jim Tarantino, "Sorbets!"