Strawberry Mimosas

Name: Strawberry Mimosas
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 servings (1 cup each).
Ingredients: 7 cups sliced fresh strawberries (about 2 quarts); 3 cups orange juice; 4 cups champagne, chilled; GARNISHES:; Fresh strawberries and orange slices, optional

Here's a tasty twist on the classic mimosa. To make this refreshing drink friendly for kids or mamas-to-be, substitute lemon-lime soda or ginger ale for the champagne. —Kelly Maxwell, Plainfield, Illinois

Ingredients

7 cups sliced fresh strawberries (about 2 quarts)
3 cups orange juice
4 cups champagne, chilled
GARNISHES:
Fresh strawberries and orange slices, optional

Directions

Place half of the strawberries and orange juice in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Press through a fine mesh strainer. Repeat with remaining strawberries and orange juice.
Pour a scant 2/3 cup strawberry mixture into each champagne flute or wine glass. Top with about 1/3 cup champagne. If desired, serve with a strawberry and an orange slice.