How To Make a Modern Strawberry Napoleon

Fresh strawberries... don't you just love them? 

Oh my goodness! I found this recipe that is a new "twist" on strawberry shortcake; how to make a modern strawberry napoleon from William and Sonoma - one of my favorite culinary stores - that will blow your mind, it's just that good! 

I just had to share this recipe with you. 

Talk about a perfect summertime dessert... it's really yummers! 

Before you scroll down to check out this awesome Modern Strawberry Napoleon recipe, here are some health-helpful information for you about strawberries ...

Strawberries fresh or frozen (preferably fresh) are a juicy, delicious super food that are loaded with:

Vitamin K - which helps prevent osteoporosis and is a mineral that most people are deficient of (like vitamin D)
Foliate - fights cancer, Alzheimer disease, anemia and hearing loss 
Vitamin C - it's been found that eating strawberries daily fights the growth of cancerous cells - along with Kaempferol, Anthocyanins, Quercentin... which are flavonoids found in strawberries
Iodine - which helps the function of the thyroid glands, helping to take control of the metabolism 

Three Major Health Benefits of Eating Strawberries

1.) Strawberries can reduce ACE, an angiotensin I-converting enzyme whose over-activity can  increase the risk of high blood pressure. Over a period of one to three months, eating 1 to 2 cups of strawberries daily can help keep blood pressure down (along with exercise and a healthy regimented diet)

2.) Strawberries can help improve inflammatory bowel issues because they are loaded with salicylic acid, a substance found in this type of berry that helps with digestive tract inflammation, which is found in people suffering from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. 

3.) Strawberries are loaded with Omega-3 fatty acids that can help reduce blood pressure and are an important in the function of the brain. One cup of strawberries a day is recommended.

Strawberries are good for your teeth due to the acids that they contain, as they help remove stains and tartar, and also heal and strengthen the gums.

Unless you are allergic to strawberries, they're a health benefit fruit, highly recommendedfruit to be eaten daily.

Modern Strawberry Napoleon also called Strawberry Millefeuille

Modern Strawberry Napoleon
Recipe courtesy of Williams Sonoma
(Printable Recipe) 
Serves 6

Ingredients 

1 sheet (1/2 package) puff pastry, thawed according to package directions and unfolded 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 1/2 cups strawberries, thinly sliced Fresh lemon juice from 1/2 lemon 1 Tbs. granulated sugar 1 cup heavy cream Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions 
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. On a lightly floured board, roll out pastry to a 1/4-inch thickness. Cut in half lengthwise. Transfer the 2 rectangles to a rimmed baking sheet. Prick them evenly all over with a fork and brush with beaten egg. Bake until puffed and golden, about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar and stir to combine. Set aside. In another bowl, using a whisk, whip cream until it forms soft peaks.
With a serrated knife, slice 1 rectangle horizontally to create 2 layers. Use uncut rectangle as base. Top with half of whipped cream and one-third of berries. Repeat with remaining ingredients to create 2 more layers, finishing with just berries. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving. 

Bon appetite! Enjoy!

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