Lunch: Ina Garten's Eton Mess

Recipe by Ina Garten These cups of berries, cream, and meringue are light but luscious.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of Ina Garten's Eton Mess

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

6 package raspberries
1 c. sugar
3 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tbsp. framboise liqueur
2 c. cold heavy cream
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
3 bakery meringue shells

Instructions

Pour half of raspberries, 1 cup sugar, and lemon juice into 10-inch sauté pan. Crush berries lightly with fork and bring to full boil over medium-high heat. Lower heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until syrupy. Fold in remaining raspberries and framboise; refrigerate until very cold.
In medium bowl, using electric mixer fitted with whisk attachment, beat cream, remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla on medium-high speed until firm peaks form.
In 8 glasses, layer spoonful of whipped cream, spoonful of berry mixture, and a few meringue pieces. Repeat until glasses are full, ending with berries and dollop of cream. Serve immediately or chill up to 1 hour.