Italian Ices

Directions

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   Blueberry Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar and water, being careful to crush the fruit.
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   Cook over low heat, stirring gently.
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   (The heat will make the berries split and their juices will run clear.)
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   Once the sugar dissolves, cook 2 more minutes.
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   Remove from the heat and strain into a clean bowl through a fine mesh strainer, without pressing the fruit.
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   Let cool completely before serving over shaved ice.
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   Orangeade Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest and lemon zest.
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   Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.
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   Remove from the heat and strain into a clean bowl through a fine mesh strainer.
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    Let cool completely before serving over shaved ice.
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    Strawberry-Champagne Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and strawberries, being careful to crush the fruit.
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    Cook over low heat, stirring gently.
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    (The heat will make the berries split and their juices will run clear.)
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    Once the sugar dissolves, cook 2 more minutes.
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    Remove from the heat and strain into a clean bowl through a fine mesh strainer, without pressing the fruit.
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    Let cool completely.
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    Stir the Champagne into the strawberry syrup and serve over shaved ice.