Pear Sorbet

Another good recipe from the live longer cookbook. the five-hour cook time is freeze time.

In a large saucepan , bring the pears , water , lemon juice , sugars , and bay leaf to a boil over moderate heat.

Lower heat and simmer , uncovered , for 25 minutes or until the pears are very tender.

Let cool then remove and discard the bay leaf and stir in the vanilla.

Transfer mixture to a food processor and whirl for 1 minute or until pureed.

Pour into an 8x8x2 pan , cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 2 hours until the center is almost frozen.

Remove the mixture from the freezer and beat until smooth.

Return to the freezer for 45 minutes and beat again until smooth.

Freeze 2-3 hours more or until firm.

pears, water, lemon juice, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, bay leaf, vanilla extract