1-2-3 BLACKBERRY SHERBET

4 cups fresh blackberries*
2 cups sugar
2 cups buttermilk
blackberries (for garnish)
fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)

Stir together blackberries and sugar in a bowl; let stand 30 minutes.

Process blackberry mixture in a food processor or blender until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Pour through a fine wire-mesh strainer into a 9-inch square pan, discarding solids; stir in buttermilk. Cover and freeze 8 hours.

Break frozen mixture into chunks, and place in bowl; beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Return to pan; cover and freeze 3 hours or until firm.

Garnish, if desired.

*Two (14-ounce) packages frozen blackberries, thawed, may be substituted for fresh blackberries.

Makes 1 quart
From: Arlene P. Rogers; Louisville, KY
Source: Southern Living Magazine