Strawberry Basil Refresher Recipes

Steps:

• In large mixing bowl, stir together sugar, vinegar, honey, and pepper. Add basil and strawberries; toss to coat. Cover and chill at least 10 minutes and up to 1 1/2 hours. Serve chilled.

Steps:

• In a shaker, muddle strawberries, basil and sugar. Fill shaker three-fourths full with ice; add lemon juice. Cover and shake 10-15 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into six rock glasses filled with ice. Top with club soda and, if desired, additional basil leaves.

Steps:

• Place strawberries in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. Transfer to a large glass bowl; add vinegar and lemon zest. Place 1/4 cup basil in a small bowl. , With a mortar or a wooden spoon, crush some of the basil until aromas are released. Repeat with remaining basil; stir into strawberry mixture. Cover and let stand in a cool, dark place for up to 3 days, stirring once daily., Line a strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth or 1 coffee filter and place over a large saucepan. Strain vinegar into pan (do not press out solids). Discard solids. , Heat vinegar to 180° over medium heat. Carefully ladle hot mixture into hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.