Eton Mess

1 lb Strawberries

6 T Kirsch

2 c Heavy cream; whipping cream

6 Meringue shells;crushed

Reserve a few small small strawberries, chop the remainder and place in a bowl. sprinkle the Kirsch over the berries, cover and chill for 2-3 hours. Whip the cream until it stands in soft peaks. Gently fold in the strawberries and their juices and the meringues. Spoon into a glass serving dish and decorate with the reserved strawberries just before serving. SERVES:4-6