Strawberries in Red Wine Syrup

From My Carolina Kitchen

2 pints medium-size ripe strawberries, stems removed and cut into halves or slices if large

¼ cup sugar

1 cup red wine, such as a Cote de Rhone

Sprigs of fresh mint for garnish

Thin chocolate cookies to accompany

Place the strawberries in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the sugar over the tops of the berries and gently toss to coat. Add the red wine and gently stir the strawberries, then place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour. Garnish each serving with a sprig of fresh mint. Serve slightly chilled. Great with thin chocolate cookies and a glass of red wine.

Slightly adapted From Paris to Provence, Ethel Brennan & Sara Remington – serves 4

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