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Special Summer Berry Medley

Name: Special Summer Berry Medley
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 1 cup sparkling wine or white grape juice; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries; 2 cups fresh blueberries; 1 cup fresh raspberries; 1 cup fresh blackberries; 1 tablespoon minced fresh mint

No matter how big the meal, folks always find room for this delightfully “special” dessert. With its hint of citrus and mint, this medley makes a light, pretty side dish at casual cookouts or potlucks. Best of all, it’s as fast and easy to make as it is to clean up! —Nancy Whitford, Edwards, New York

Ingredients

1 cup sparkling wine or white grape juice
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blackberries
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint

Directions

In a small heavy saucepan, bring wine and sugar to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for about 15 minutes or until reduced to 1/2 cup, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, vanilla and salt.
In a large bowl, combine berries and mint. Add syrup and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 85 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 starch.

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