STRAWBERRIES FLAMBé

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Surprise your dinner guests by flaming this incredible dessert. Easy enough for everyday and special enough for a party. Chose a liqueur that is at least 70 proof. Using one that has been opened for awhile is hard to flame so test yours before hand.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (10 ounce) packages sliced strawberries or 2 (10 ounce) packages raspberries, thawed
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons orange liqueur
chocolate ice cream

Steps:

  • Drain berries, reserving syrup.
  • Stir reserved syrup in cornstarch in a wok or other wide deep pan.
  • Stir in lemon juice.
  • Bring to boil and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in berries and almonds.
  • Heat 1 minute longer.
  • Heat liqueur in a small saucepan or large ladle until just warm.
  • Ignite with a long match and pour over berry mixture.
  • When flame dies, stir and serve immediately over ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.6, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 1.2, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.2, Protein 1.6

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