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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 cups champagne or 2 cups sparkling wine
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 egg white

Method

  • In a saucepan, mix sugar and water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often until sugar is dissolved.
  • Boil for about 1 minute until syrup is clear.
  • Let cool In a mixing bowl, combine champagne, syrup and lemon juice.
  • In a seperate bowl, beat egg white until stiff, then gently whisk into champagne mixture.
  • Pour into ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Alternatively, pour into shallow pan, cover and freeze for 2 hours or until firm.
  • Break into chunks, and puree in food processor or blender until smooth.
  • Spoon into airtight container and freeze for 20 minutes.
  • May make ahead of time and soften in refrigerator 10 minutes before serving.
  • May substitute sparkling cider for a nonalcoholic version.