Summertime Strawberry Soup

Try this rich and refreshing cold soup in the summer when strawberries are at their peak. Lowfat or fat-free sour cream may be substituted. Originally from " America Discovers Columbus" a cookbook from the Junior League of Columbus, Ohio.You may also use blueberries,peaches, or raspberries in place of the strawberries.Prep time does not include chilling time.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 4  cups  mashed strawberries
• 1  cup sugar
• 4  cups water
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  cup sour cream
• 2  tablespoons cornstarch
• 6 -8  whole strawberries (to garnish)
•  additional sour cream (to garnish) (optional)

Directions

1. Heat but do not boil the fruit, water,sugar, and lemon juice.
2. Combine the cornstarch with about 1/4 cup water and add to the soup, stirring until thickened.
3. Chill well.
4. Stir in sour cream until smooth and chill until ready to serve.
5. Garnish with a whole strawberry and a small dollop of additional sour cream and serve.