Strawberries Macerated In Red Wine

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Title: STRAWBERRIES MACERATED IN RED WINE
Categories: Desserts
Yield: 6 servings

2 qt Ripe strawberries
1/2 Bottle fruity, pinot noir
-red wine
4 tb Balsamic vinegar
1/2 c Granulated sugar (or to
-taste)
4 Sprigs of mint for garnish

Wash the strawberries and pat dry with paper towels.
Remove the hulls and stems. Invert on paper towelling
to drain for 1/2 hour at room temperature.

Cut the berries in halves or quarters depending on
size. Transfer to a glass bowl. Pour the wine and the
balsamic vinegar over the strawberries.

Add sugar to balance the flavor of the strawberries.
Refrigerate for 2 hours, stirring about every half
hour. Spoon the strawberries with a little bit if the
juices into a shallow bowl. Garnish with mint. Serve
with a fork and dessert spoon.

From Chef Jimmy Schmidt, Owner/Chef Rattlesnake Club,
Tres Vite, Cocina Del Sol; Detroit, Southfield,
Busters Bay, Orchard Lake

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