Ingredients

2

cups fresh strawberries or 1 bag (16 oz) frozen strawberries, thawed

2

cups buttermilk

1

cup sugar

1

teaspoon vanilla

Fresh mint sprigs, if desired

Sliced fresh strawberries, if desired

Preparation

In blender or food processor, place strawberries. Cover; blend on high speed 30 seconds or until smooth, stopping to scrape down side. Pour puree through finemesh strainer into large bowl, pressing with back of spoon; discard solids.

Add buttermilk, sugar and vanilla to strawberry puree; stir until well blended. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour.

Pour mixture into 1 1/2-quart ice-cream freezer and freeze according to manufacturer’s directions. Garnish individual servings with mint and sliced strawberries.