Servings: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients:
4 cups sliced strawberries, fresh or frozen (thaw if using frozen strawberries)
1/3 cup Splenda Granular or Equal Granular sugar substitute
1/2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. cornstarch (for use in Alternate Method, see below)
1 tbsp. orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, or 2 tbsp. orange juice
Instructions:
Place all ingredients (leaving out the cornstarch unless you are using the "Alternate Method" below) in a food processor or blender. Process or blend until mixture is smooth. Pour into an airtight container and place in refrigerator until ready to use.
Alternate Method:
Place the strawberries in a heavy, non-aluminum saucepan. Add remaining ingredients (except liqueur) and stir until cornstarch dissolves. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil. Turn down and simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in liqueur if desired. Store in refrigerator.
Variation:
For smooth Strawberry Coulis, strain the strawberry sauce through a fine strainer or sieve, pressing on the fruit to drain all the liquid. Throw away pulp.
For a dramatic and elegant dessert presentation, Strawberry Coulis can be drizzled, pooled, or painted onto plates before adding dessert.
Makes 8 servings (2 tablespoons each).
Nutritional Information
Per serving
Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 15
Total Fat: 0 grams
Saturated fat: 0
Carbohydrate: 3 grams
(sugar: 1)
Fiber: 0 grams
Protein: 0 grams
Sodium: 0 milligrams
Diabetic Exchange: 1 free food
Weight Watchers Points: 0
Photograph taken by Diana Baker Woodall© 2008
Source: DianasDesserts.com
Date: April 19, 2008