Strawberry Parfait with Bananas, Grapes, and Grappa

1/4 C sugar
1/4 C grappa or kirsch
1 - large lemon, juice of
2 C strawberries, hulled and sliced crosswise
1 C seedless white grapes, halved lengthwise
1 - large banana, sliced crosswise

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, grappa, and lemon juice. Heat over low heat, stirring often, until the sugar is just dissolved. Remove from the heat and let cool for at least 15 minutes.

Distribute one-third of the strawberries among 4 glass parfait dishes or wine goblets. Do the same with the grapes and bananas. top each with about 1 tablespoon of the syrup. Repeat the layering twice more. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve chilled, garnished with mint sprigs if desired.

From Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen