Strawberries with Anise-Ricotta Cream

This easy dessert is a sophisticated twist on the favorite, strawberries and whipped cream.

Makes 8 servings.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Refrigerate Time: 1 hour

Nutritional Information

For 1 serving
Calories: 169
Sodium: 44mg
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Cholesterol: 33mg
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g

Strawberries with Anise-Ricotta Cream

Ingredients

1 lemon

1/4 cup sugar

2 teaspoons McCormick® Gourmet Collection Anise Seed

1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese

1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract

1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks

6 cups sliced strawberries

Directions

1. Remove 4 (2-inch) strips from lemon with vegetable peeler. Place in bowl of small food processor with sugar and anise seed; cover. Process until peel is finely ground. Add ricotta cheese and vanilla; cover. Process until smooth. Spoon into large bowl. Gently fold in whipped cream. Cover.

2. Refrigerate 1 hour or until ready to serve.

3. Layer strawberries and anise-ricotta cream in 8 parfait glasses. Garnish each with a whole strawberry, if desired.

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