Cranberry Ice

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle the gelatin over 2 tablespoons cold water and set aside.
2. 2
   Combine the cranberries and 2 cups water in a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring to a boil and cook until cranberries burst.
3. 3
   Remove from heat and stir in sugar until dissolved; mix the softened gelatin into the hot cranberry mixture.
4. 4
   Pour the cranberries into a shallow freezer-proof container and chill until cold.
5. 5
   When cooled, mix in 2 cups ginger ale and place the mixture into the freezer.
6. 6
   Freeze until slushy, about 4 hours.
7. 7
   Stir twice during the freezing process to break up the ice crystals.
8. 8
   To serve, fill clear glasses 3/4 full with chilled ginger ale, and spoon some of the cranberry ice overtop.
9. 9
   Serve immediately.