EASY STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM

By akselden

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh strawberries (about 1 pound)
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier or other
• orange liqueur or orange juice
• Freshly ground pepper
• Fresh mint leaves

Preparation

Step 1

1. Wash and remove the stems from strawberries, reserving 4-6 for garnish. Slice strawberries. Cover and chill.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine whipping cream, powdered sugar and Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur. Beat with an electric mixer till soft peaks form (tips curl).
3. Divide the strawberries among 4 to 6 chilled stemmed glasses or dessert dishes. Top with whipped cream mixture. Grind a small amount of pepper over each. Garnish with mint leaves and a whole strawberry. Serves 4.