Strawberry and Basil the perfect pair add tequila and you have the Perfect Margarita for a garden party to welcome Spring.
1 cup Strawberries
1 oz of tequila
1 tablespoon orange-flavored liqueur
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup ice cubes
3 large fresh basil leaves
2 sprigs fresh basil,
if desired 2whole strawberries
Steps
- 1In blender, place 1 cup strawberries, the tequila, liqueur, lemon juice and sugar. Cover; blend on high speed until strawberries are pureed. Add ice. Cover; blend 30 to 60 seconds longer or until ice is crushed. Add basil leaves. Cover; blend until basil is finely chopped and mixture is well blended.
- 2Pour into 2 margarita glasses. Garnish each with 1 basil sprig and 1 strawberry. Serve immediately.
Steps
- 1In blender, place 1 cup strawberries, the tequila, liqueur, lemon juice and sugar. Cover; blend on high speed until strawberries are pureed. Add ice. Cover; blend 30 to 60 seconds longer or until ice is crushed. Add basil leaves. Cover; blend until basil is finely chopped and mixture is well blended.
- 2Pour into 2 margarita glasses. Garnish each with 1 basil sprig and 1 strawberry. Serve immediately.