Espresso Granita with Crema

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 vanilla bean, split
• 2 thick strips orange rind, plus extra for garnish
• 1 cup espresso
• 1 cup whipped cream

Directions

In a saucepan, bring the sugar, water, vanilla and orange rind to a boil. Take off the heat and stir in the espresso. Strain into a shallow pan and freeze overnight until solid. Scrape and place in an ice cold bowl. Garnish with whipped cream and orange rind.