Strawberries Two Ways

By Valarie

Ingredients

• 1 pound strawberries, washed, dried, hulled, and sliced lengthwise thinly
• 1 small lemon, juiced
• 3 tablespoons superfine sugar, divided
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 10 About 10 fresh basil leaves, cut into chiffonade
• Vanilla ice cream, for serving, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Divide the strawberries between 2 bowls.

To 1 bowl, add the lemon juice and 2 tablespoons sugar and stir well. Let stand for at least 15 minutes before serving.

To the other bowl, add balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and the basil. Toss to combine. Let stand for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Serve over vanilla ice cream, if desired.