Starting Simple

When you're feeling like you just have to have something sweet but you're trying to stay under that calorie count for the day, this is the perfect solution. This works well even if your strawberries aren't very sweet. I put it in a nice glass dessert dish to make it feel extra special. You can make a little or a lot and it's so tasty!

Very simply, wash and hull your strawberries. Slice them and top with sweetner (I used Splenda). Then add a splash of your favorite balsamic vinegar (I used Fustini's Cranberry Balsamic Vinegar (www.fustinis.com which by the way is AWESOME! Fustini's is a shop I found in Traverse City which have an amazing assortment of olive oils and vinegars. Be sure to check it out!). Put about a cup of the strawberries in a dish and top with some fat-free whipped cream. Normally, I would whip up my own but I've found that the can you buy is both low in calories and very convenient when you're making something quick and simple. Now, find a quiet spot and enjoy!