Chocolate strawberries

1 (12-ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips

3/4 cup half and half cream

1 to 2 tablespoons brandy, your favorite liqueur, or 2 teaspoons prepared coffee

60 large fresh strawberries, rinsed, with stems left intact

In the top of a double boiler over hot water, melt chocolate- add cream, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and blend in brandy, liqueur, or coffee.

Hold each berry by the stem, swirl in chocolate to partially cover- place onto wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Place into refrigerator until chocolate is set- transfer fruit onto a serving platter to serve.