Berry Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Sauce for fruit or ice cream.
2. 2
   Yields about 1 1/2 cups for standard serving size.
3. 3
   Blueberries may be used instead of strawberries.
4. 4
   Cook berries in sugar (more if fresh) just until hot.
5. 5
   Add lemon juice, grated lemon rind and simmer 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Force through a sieve.
7. 7
   Mix together cornstarch and cognac until smooth; Add berry mixture and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it is clear and thickened.
8. 8
   Sauce may be served hot or cold.
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   Serve over fruit or ice cream.