Sorbets, etc.

The Italian word sorbetto, meaning sherbet, shows the origin of these dishes. Their general character is that of a water ice mixed or flavoured with wine or spirits. They are served before the roast in glasses or fancy cups, and generally just enough frozen to be piled up in the glass, or they may be moulded in little shapes and served with or without fruit. The following recipes will be sufficient for guidance, and they can be varied according to desire.