Strawberry Chillers

• 2 c. chopped strawberries
• 1 c. sugar
• 2 c. water
• 1/2 c. lemon juice
• 6 c. strawberry ice cream
• 1 2/3 c. chilled strawberry soda
• whipped cream

In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar and water. Mix well. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat and boil gently, stirring often, until the strawberries are very tender -- about 3 minutes. Pour the mixture into a bowl, cover with plastic and refrigerate until cool.

In a blender, puree the strawberry mixture. Pour the puree into a bowl. Add the lemon juice and mix.

To serve, pour about 3/4 c. of the strawberry puree into a chilled glass. Spoon scoops of ice cream into each glass. Add 1/3 c. soda to each glass and mix gently. Garnish with whipped cream.

• Yields: 5 servings
• Preparation Time: 20 minutes, plus chilling time