STRAWBERRY SORBET WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR AND AMARETTI COOKIES

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Categories     Blender     Ice Cream Machine     Berry     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     Valentine's Day     Low Fat     Vinegar     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 10-ounce packages frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quartered fresh strawberries
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar*
4 amaretti (Italian macaroons),* crumbled
Balsamic vinegar and amaretti are available at specialty foods stores, Italian markets and some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Place first 3 ingredients in blender. Pulse until smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer to ice cream maker. Process according to manufacturer's instructions. Transfer sorbet to container and freeze. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead.)
  • Place fresh strawberries in medium bowl. Sprinkle with sugar and toss. Add vinegar and toss. Let stand 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Scoop sorbet into bowls. Divide strawberries over sorbet. Spoon over juices accumulated in bowl. Sprinkle cookies over strawberries and serve.

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