Drunken Strawberries

Ingredients

• 1½ pints strawberries, hulled and halved
• ¼ cup artificial sweetener
• 2 tablespoons rum flavoring
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 3 cups fat-free ice cream (optional)
• 6 slices angel food cake (optional)

Procedures

1. Stir together first five ingredients in a medium bowl.
2. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3. Serve chilled in bowls, or with ice cream or cake.