This is a simple yet elegant dessert that will delight your dinner guests!

3 cups fresh ripe strawberries (slice if they are large, if they're small leave them whole)
4 Tablespoons sugar
2-3 Tablespoons Grand Marnier or other orange-flavored liqueur
Juice and grated peel of one large orange

2 cups heavy whipping cream
8 Tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Prepare the strawberries and add the sugar, Grand Marnier and orange juice/peel. Refrigerate and let sit for 2-3 hours. When ready to serve, whip the cream, adding the sugar and vanilla. Layer berries and whipped cream in tall wine glasses or champagne flutes, topping with a single whole berry. Garnish with mint if desired.