Strawberries in Orange Butterscotch Sauce |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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According to legend, the French believed strawberries were an aphrodisiac and always served newlyweds these magical berries. What, then, could be more delicious for a romantic occasion? In this recipe, fresh ripe strawberries team beautifully with butterscotch sauce and a hint of orange. Ingredients:
1 pint fresh strawberries |
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar |
1/4 cup butter |
1 orange, juice of |
1 -2 teaspoon grated orange rind |
1/4 cup cream |
3 tablespoons brandy |
Directions:
1. Hull strawberries, and if large, slice in half.
2. Melt butter in a medium sized pan, add brown sugar and cook until sugar is just starting to melt.
3. Add the orange juice and rind, and cook stirring until sugar has dissolved.
4. Stir in the cream.
5. Add the strawberries and warm through gently.
6. (Take care not to overheat strawberries as they can otherwise become acidic in taste.) Warm brandy separately, light, and pour over strawberries.
7. Serve over vanilla icecream or crepes.
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