LIFE
Strawberries Romanoff
From pastry chef Katherine Dwight of Phoenix Public Market Cafe
Special for the Republic
1 pint strawberries at room temperature
3/4 cup cold creme fraiche (make 24 hours ahead; see note)
3/4 cup brown sugar
Wash strawberries. Dip strawberries in creme fraiche and then roll in brown sugar.
Makes 4 servings.
Note: To make creme fraiche, combine 1 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Cover and let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours. Refrigerate until cold.
Per serving: 278 calories, 17 g fat, 61 mg cholesterol, 1 g protein, 33 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 28 mg sodium, 52 percent calories from fat.