Foodgasms

or the Ladies: Strawberry Basil Sangria

½ lb of fresh strawberries

1 apple


1 ounce of fresh whole basil leaves


1 bottle of Chardonnay


½ cup organic sugar


1 cup of club soda


1 cup of white grape juice


1. Trim and thinly slice the strawberries.

2. Slice and dice the apple into very small bits.

3. Score the basil leaves with a fork. I did this instead of cutting the leaves into strips as I did not want my guests choking on basil while trying to enjoy this drink. Simply just rub the basil leaves gently with a fork in order to release their flavor in the sangria.

4. Layer the fruit, sugar and basil in a large pitcher and
let sit for about 10 minutes. This is just to let the sugar absorb the juices from the basil and the fruit. You’ll see it turn a bit red.

5. Add the club soda first and then the remaining liquids. Stir well and serve.