2 pt. strawberries or 4 c. frozen ones
1 1/2 c. warm water
3/4 c. dry white wine
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 c. buttermilk
Almond slivers or fresh mint to garnish

Simmer first 4 ingredients. LET COOL. Place mixture in blender and blend at low speed. Add buttermilk before serving. (Optional: to thicken soup; add crushed strawberries before serving soup.)