What You Need:

 

1 lb. fresh strawberries, washed and hulled

10 mint leaves

2 C white wine

1 t lemon juice

3 T honey

2 T brandy

 

How to Cook It:

 

Place the strawberries into the blender.

Place the mint leaves in with the strawberries.

Pour in the wine, lemon juice, honey and brandy.

Puree until very smooth.

Strain the soup to remove any seeds.

Pour into a bowl, cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

 

Serving Size:  2

 

Use this soup as the starter to your romantic Valentine dinner.  Garnish with a few strawberry slices and a mint leaf.