CANTALOUPE AND MINT GRANITA

1 whole cantaloupe (ripe), peeled and seeded and cut into large chunks
1/2 cup whole fresh mint leaves, chopped

In a food processor, combine ingredients until smooth. Refrigerate until cold.

In a 9 x 13 inch pan (or a pan large enough to fit in your freezer shelf) freeze the mixture.

When almost frozen, scrape with a fork to break up the ice. Re-freeze for another 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Scrape again with a fork and return to freezer.

When frozen, serve or transfer to a plastic container for later. (If using later, allow to melt slightly then scrape again with fork and serve.)

Serves 5-6
Source: O, The Oprah Magazine, July 2001