BALSAMIC STRAWBERRIES W/ HONEY VANILLA RICOTTA

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Show your sweetie (or yourself!) some love with this lightly sweet, perfectly creamy dessert. The flavors are refreshing, satisfying... and memorable. Simply delightful.

Provided by Thomas Bohne

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 c ricotta cheese
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 Tbsp honey
3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp sugar
1 lb strawberries (hulled and diced)
2 Tbsp basil, fresh (chiffonade)

Steps:

  • 1. In a food processer add first 3 ingredients and mix for 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour (minimum).
  • 2. Bring vinegar and sugar to a boil in a small pot; reduce to simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Cool completely.
  • 3. Toss basil and berries with balsamic sauce.
  • 4. To plate, place cheese on bottom of a glass, spoon berries on top. Place a little fresh basil as garnish and half a strawberry on rim of glass. You may also wet the rim of glass ahead of time with a lemon wedge and dip rim in sugar for decoration.

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