(Adapted from Eating Well Dessert Book)
¼ c. honey
1 tbsp. fresh lime juice (1 lime)
1 large sprig fresh mint leaves, plus smaller leaves for garnish
2 c. mixed berries – any combination of raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries or pitted Bing cherries
1 c. chilled Champagne (or other sparkling white wine)
In a small saucepan, combine honey, lime juice and sprig of mint; warm over low heat just until the honey melts. Remove from the heat and let steep for 5 minutes; discard the mint sprig. Place the fruit in a medium bowl, pour the honey mixture over and stir gently to combine. Divide the berry mixture between two individual stemmed glasses or dessert dishes and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 1 hour. Just before serving, pour Champagne over the fruit. Garnish each serving with mint leaves and serve.
Serves 2.
Approximately 145 calories per serving.
