1 qt. fresh strawberries
2 c. nonfat vanilla ice cream, softened
1 (.3 oz.) pkg. sugar-free strawberry gelatin
1/2 c. boiling water
2 tsp. lemon juice
2 liters diet lemon-lime soda, chilled
additional fresh strawberries (optional)

In a large bowl, mash strawberries; add ice cream. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Stir in lemon juice. Add to the strawberry mixture. Mix well. Pour into a 1 1/2-quart freezer container; cover and freeze overnight. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. Spoon into glasses; add soda. Garnish with strawberries if desired.

Yield: 10 servings.