Strawberry Mousse Parfaits

Ingredients

• 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed and undrained

• 5 teaspoons cornstarch

• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1/8 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
• fresh strawberries, optional garnish (sliced or whole small)
• mint leaf, optional garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Place strawberries in a food processor. Cover and process until pureed.

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, combine strawberry puree and cornstarch until well blended (no lumps). Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes or until thickened. Transfer to a large heatproof bowl. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

3. 3

   When strawberry mixture is chilled, set aside 1/2 cup. To the remaining mixture, add the sweetened condensed milk, orange juice, and food coloring (if using). Stir until blended. Gently fold in whipped cream.

4. 4

   Into each of 12 parfait glasses or cocktail glasses, spoon 1/4 cup cream mixture. Layer each with 4 teaspoons of the reserved strawberry mixture and another 1/4 cup cream mixture.

5. 5

   Refrigerate until serving; garnish with strawberries and mint leaves, if desired.