Fresh Strawberry Milkshakes

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, plus whole strawberries, for garnish
• 2 heaping tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pint vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup milk

Directions

In a mixing bowl combine the sliced strawberries, sugar and vanilla extract and stir to combine well. Set aside and allow to macerate for at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour.

In a large mixer, place the strawberries, ice cream, and milk. Blend until smooth. Pour into ice cream parlor glasses and garnish the rim of each glass with whole strawberries. Serve immediately.