Chilled Strawberry & Beet Consommé with Horseradish Oil

Place beets, strawberries, shallots, celery, orange zest, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, white wine, vinegar, and vegetable stock in a large stock pot, set over medium low heat. Bring to a boil, simmer and reduce to 4 cups, about 1 ½ hours.

Remove from heat and let liquid steep for at least 1 hour before straining though fine mesh sieve. Chill liquid well and season with salt and white pepper to taste. Consommé may be made up to one day ahead, stored covered and refrigerated.

Add ½ cup grated fresh horseradish, olive oil, and lemon zest to a small saucepan set over medium-low heat. Bring oil to a simmer for 5 minutes. turn of heat and let oil steep for at least 1 hour. Strain oil through fine sieve. May be made up to one day ahead, stored covered and refrigerated. To serve divide tiny dice of strawberries (if using) between 6 chilled soup bowls or 16 shot sized glasses.

Pour the consommé on top.

Drizzle with horseradish oil to taste just before before serving, garnish with mint, chives or an herb of you choice.