Fancy Berry Beverage

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• 2 quarts cranberry juice, chilled
• 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
• 1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed and pureed
• 1-1/4 cups sugar

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• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
• 1 quart ginger ale, chilled
• Fresh strawberries, optional

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[step-list-wrapper title=”How to make it” time=”10 minutes”]
[step-item number=”1″ image_url=”” title=”” ]In a large bowl or container, combine the first five ingredients; stir until smooth and the sugar is dissolved.[/step-item]

[step-item number=”2″ image_url=”” title=”” ] Fold in whipped cream. Slowly add ginger ale; stir gently to mix. [/step-item]

[step-item number=”3″ image_url=”” title=”” ]Pour into glasses. Garnish with strawberries if desired. Serve immediately.[/step-item]

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Originally Published in Reader's Digest