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Strawberry Sauce

Strawberry Sauce

Indulge in the sweet and tangy burst of flavor with this homemade Strawberry Sauce. Perfect for drizzling over pancakes, ice cream, or desserts, this easy recipe transforms any dish into a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries cleaned and chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¾ cup water
  • to taste red food coloring (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Take 1 cup of the chopped strawberries and add them to a small bowl and mash, set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, stir together the sugar and cornstarch. Then stir in water and the mashed strawberries.
  3. Bring strawberry mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. If you desire a darker red color you can stir in red food coloring at this time.
  4. Cook and stir the strawberry mixture for 3 minutes or until it has thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in reserved chopped strawberries. Transfer mixture to a bowl and let cool for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Add strawberry sauce to a jar or container with lid.
  7. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks in airtight sealed container.

Notes

  • For a more vibrant sauce: you can add a small amount of red food coloring before you bring it to a boil in the saucepan.
  • To store the sauce: keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and it will keep for up to two weeks!
  • If you prefer a less chunky sauce: you can mash all of the strawberries and cook them with the cornstarch and other ingredients.
  • You can rewarm the sauce: on the stove or in the microwave!
  • You can easily double this sauce: if needed.