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Balsamic Macerated Strawberries with Basil

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. fresh strawberries rinsed, hulled and sliced 1/8 to 1/4 thick (about 4 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Naples Olive Oil Company Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar
  • 8 to 10 medium fresh basil leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, toss strawberries with the sugar and Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar. Let sit at room temperature until the strawberries release their juices but are not yet mushy, about 30 minutes
  2. Just before serving, stack the basil leaves on a cutting board and roll them vertically, to thinly slice basil
  3. Portion the strawberries and their juices among four small bowls and sprinkle with basil to garnish
  4. Amazing by themselves or try with these: dollop of creme fraiche, serve over biscuits, with whipped cream and drizzle with Basil EVOO (think shortcakes), mix into your favorite yogurt for a parfait or use as filling for crepes and toppings for waffles!