Balsamic Vinegar Grilled Strawberries

Do you need a delicious dessert for this weekend? Why not grilled, fresh strawberries! The heat intensifies their natural sugars. Luscious balsamic vinegar drizzled after cooking highlights rich smokey-sweet flavors. Enjoy alone or serve with vanilla ice cream or gelato. 4 servings

Simple Ingredients

· 1-pound carrots fresh strawberries, if possible organic.

· 1 teaspoon Villa Graziella Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

· 1 tablespoon Villa Graziella Organic Balsamico Oro, gold balsamic vinegar + extra for drizzling.

Easy Directions

1. If using, soak wooden skewers in cold water for 30 minutes.

2. Gently wash and dry strawberries, without removing the stems or cutting them, set aside at room temperature.

3. Set the grill to medium heat.

4. Using similar sized berries, thread the strawberries with two skewers. Do not crowd them. Leave 2-3 inches on the end to ensure maneuverability when turning on the grill.

5. Brush the top grill grate with the olive oil.

6. Place the skewers onto the grill.

7. Depending on the size of the berries, cook 5-8 minutes, turning 2-3 times so all sides cook developing grill marks.

8. The strawberries will caramelize, do not overcook, or char them.

9. Remove the skewers from the grill and place on a serving dish.

10.Drizzle with the gold balsamic vinegar, serve and enjoy!

Helpful Hints:

· Soaking wooden skewers in water prevents them from burning.

· Placing similar sized strawberries at room temperature allows them to cook evenly.

· Using two skewers allows the strawberries to remain intact when turning them.

· Oiling the grill grates prevents the fruit from sticking.

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