Mann's Grocery Recipes
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		Balsamic Strawberries with Ricotta Cream
		
		
		
		
		These fresh strawberries are perfectly paired with a sweet and creamy layer of cheeses.
		
		
		
		
		Yield: 6 servings
		
		Preparation Time: and Cook Time: 20 min
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	 
	
	
	
	
		
		
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								| 1 | cup | part skim ricotta cheese | 
						
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								| 3 | ounces | cream cheese | 
						
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								| 2 | Tablespoons | powdered sugar | 
						
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								| 1/2 | teaspoon | vanilla extract | 
						
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								| 3 | Tablespoons | balsamic vinegar | 
						
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								| 2 | Tablespoons | granulated sugar | 
						
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								| 1 | container | (16 ounces) fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered | 
						
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								| 1 | Tablespoon | fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons | 
						
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			Directions:
			Whip ricotta cheese, cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a medium bowl using an electric mixer. Divide mixture into six serving goblets and chill. 
Combine vinegar and granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture lightly coats a spoon. Cool completely. 
Toss strawberries with balsamic syrup. 
Evenly divide strawberries into each goblet. Sprinkle basil ribbons on each. Serve immediately.
		 
	
	
	
		
			
			Image and Recipe Courtesy of Midwest Dairy Association
		 
	
	
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	Mann's Grocery Recipes
	https://www.mannsgrocery.com/Recipes/Detail/7663/