Sweet Balsamic Strawberries with Crème Fraîche
Simple can be best, especially when it comes to sweet, locally grown strawberries. Creme Fraiche is a tangy, cultured cream that is richer, thicker and more flavorful than sour cream. You can use regular, traditional balsamic if you don’t want to use strawberry balsamic; espresso balsamic would also be fantastic. For garnish, use mint or basil leaves, whichever pleases your palate. Serves 2 to 4.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 basket about 12 oz., strawberries, stems removed, sliced in half or quartered
- Optional: A bit of brown sugar about 1 tablespoon
- 2 to 3 Tbsp Sigona’s strawberry balsamic
- About 4 oz. crème fraîche
- Fresh mint or basil leaves chiffonade
Instructions
- Place strawberries in a medium bowl. Stir in the brown sugar, if using, and the balsamic. Cover and allow berries to macerate (release their natural juices) at room temperature for at least an hour; stir occasionally.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the berries to a serving dish or bowl. Drizzle with a bit of the reserved balsamic. Top with crème fraiche as desired; sprinkle with mint or basil.
Notes
Sigona's infused balsamics and olive oils are available in our markets or online at www.sigonas.com
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