Valentine Granita

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan over medium heat dissolve the sugar in the water.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and add frozen raspberries and the mango chunks.
3. 3
   Pour into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
4. 4
   Strain through a fine mesh sieve (although, I personally wouldn't bother, except for a special occasion- those raspberry seeds add fiber!
5. 5
   ).
6. 6
   You should have about 2 cups fruit mixture.
7. 7
   Pour mixture into a 13x9x2 baking dish and freeze for 1-2 hours until mixture is slushy and nearly frozen.
8. 8
   Stir well, being sure to scrape the sides of the pan.
9. 9
   Spread mixture to evenly cover the bottom of pan or container and freeze 8 hours or overnight.
10. 10
    To serve, let stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes (or until scoop-able).
11. 11
    Scoop into dishes and garnish with fresh raspberries, if desired.