Fresh Berry Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Wash the berries well.
2. 2
   Use small berries such as blueberries or raspberries whole; remove hulls and chop strawberries into approximately 1/2-inch chunks.
3. 3
   Combine the berries in a medium-size saucepan with the apple juice.
4. 4
   Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook gently until all the berries have softened and burst, 5 to 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/4 cup cold water.
6. 6
   Stir slowly into the berry mixture and simmer until it has thickened, about 1 minute.
7. 7
   If youd like the sauce to be sweeter, stir in the optional brown sugar to taste.
8. 8
   Let cool to room temperature before serving.
9. 9
   Calories: 28
10. 10
    Total Fat: 0g
11. 11
    Protein: 0g
12. 12
    Carbohydrate: 6g
13. 13
    Cholesterol: 0mg
14. 14
    Sodium: 1mg