Fresh Strawberry Tart

A pretty pre-baked tart shell that's filled with fresh whole sweet red strawberries in a simple liqueur-infused glaze, and topped with dollops of freshly whipped cream...what's not to like? Enjoy! :) From the local newspaper.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 tart

Ingredients

• 1 (9 inch)  pre-baked  sweet tart crust
• 2 1⁄2 pints  fresh ripe strawberries, washed and hulled
• 4  ounces  strawberry jelly (or red currant jelly)
• 1  tablespoon plain gelatin
• 2  tablespoons  strawberry liqueur (or brandy)
•  freshly  whipped cream (to serve)

Directions

1. Wash and hull strawberries. Dry thoroughly.
2. Heat the jelly slowly in a pan, stirring occasionally.
3. Dissolve the gelatin in the liqueur and add to the jelly. Stir and heat until mixture is clear.
4. Remove from heat and toss with strawberries.
5. Arrange in cooled crust.
6. Chill for several hours before serving with dollops of freshly whipped cream.
7. Note: Time does not include chill time.