Strawberries With Mint Whipped Cream

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   In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar, mint, and 2 tablespoons water to a boil.

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   Remove from heat; steep 15 minutes.

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   Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a measuring cup, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible.

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   Discard solids.

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   Let cool (makes about a cup).

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   Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form.

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   Gently fold in cup of a syrup (store any remaining syrup); if needed, re-whip cream to stiffen.

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   Starting with strawberries, spoon alternating layers of strawberries and cream into four serving glasses. (You can use martini glasses or champagne flutes.).

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   Top each with a mint sprig and chopped toasted almonds (optional).

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    *You can also use the mint syrup to sweeten iced tea or lemonade. For a bracing cocktail, add a splash to a glass filled with seltzer, vodka, and lemon.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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