Marinated Strawberries with Mint
Notes: For a nonalcoholic dessert, marinate the strawberries in white grape juice or a varietal grape juice such as Chardonnay or Gewürztraminer. Up to 3 hours ahead, complete step 1; let stand at room temperature until dessert time. Garnish with mint sprigs if desired.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
In a large bowl, stir wine and sugar until sugar is mostly dissolved. Slice strawberries lengthwise and add to wine mixture. Mix gently to coat.
Step 2
2
Sprinkle with mint; spoon into bowls.
Ingredients
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup sugar
8 cups strawberries, rinsed and hulled
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
1
In a large bowl, stir wine and sugar until sugar is mostly dissolved. Slice strawberries lengthwise and add to wine mixture. Mix gently to coat.
Step 2
2
Sprinkle with mint; spoon into bowls.