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Strawberry Basil Milk poured into Mason jars with pink striped straw.

Strawberry Basil Milk

Appetizer

SERVES 4

Childhood favourite strawberry milk gets a sophisticated twist with the addition of fresh basil, one of strawberry’s best matches.

PREP 10 min

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Ingredients

4 cups (1 L) local Ontario milk
1 cup (250 mL) small strawberries, hulled and halved
1/2 cup (125 mL) granulated sugar (use less if desired)

1/2 cup (125 mL) loosely packed fresh basil
Ice cubes

Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine strawberries and sugar. Let stand for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the fridge.

Step 2

In blender, combine milk, macerated strawberries and basil. Blend until liquified. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer. Serve over ice.

Cook’s Tip

Use whole milk for the richest flavour.

Nutritional info per serving:

1 Beverage

Calories	230
Fat	5 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Cholesterol	20 mg
Sodium	100 mg
Carbohydrates	40 g
Fibre	1 g
Surgars	39 g
Protein	8 g

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