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Peaches and Strawberries in Pink Champagne (Salade de P�ches et Fraises au Champagne Ros�)

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Recipe Introduction

�A superbly festive dessert, this dish sings of summer and the sun. The combination of peaches, strawberries and pink Champagne is elegant, colorful, and rich. Of course, you won�t want to use your best vintage Champagne here, but don�t skimp either.�

List of Ingredients

Peaches and Strawberries in Pink Champagne (Salade de P�ches et Fraises au Champagne Ros�)


3 1/4 cups sugar
1 quart water
8 ounces strawberries, hulled
3 peaches
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 bottle pink Champagne, chilled
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish


Recipe



1. Prepare the syrup: In a saucepan, combine the sugar with the 1 quart water and bring to a boil over high heat. Whisk constantly until boiling. Boil without whisking of 1 minute. Set aside to cool.

2. Prepare the fruit: Quarter the strawberries lengthwise and place them in a large bowl. Peel the peaches and cut in half. Remove and discard the pit, and cut each half into 4 equal slices. Place the peaches in the bowl with the strawberries, add the lemon juice and syrup, and toss gently to combine. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.

3. To finish, remove the peach and strawberry mixture from the refrigerator. With a slotted spoon, divide the fruit among 6 large shallow Champagne coupes, allowing about 1 tablespoon of syrup in each glass.