ROASTED STRAWBERRIES WITH BLACK PEPPER

Roasted Strawberries with Black Pepper image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h30m

Yield Yield: 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pint baskets strawberries, stems removed
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Ice cream or whipped cream, for serving

Steps:

Rinse the strawberries in cool water, place in a colander or strainer and shake off most of the water. Slice strawberries about 1/8-inch thick, place them in a large bowl, and sprinkle them with the sugar. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, and up to 4 hours. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss strawberries with the black pepper, add the balsamic vinegar, and put the strawberries and all of their juices into a large saute pan or a large ovenproof dish. Roast for 8 to 10 minutes, until the juices are bubbling and the strawberries are hot but not mushy. Divide among individual dishes and serve immediately, with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.