Berries Compote with Frozen Berries

Ingredients and Weight:

• 12 ounces frozen mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Easy (level 1)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Combine berries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until thickened.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 125
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Sugar: 15g
• Protein: 1g
• Fat: 1g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy
• Thick and glossy
• Versatile topping for desserts, pancakes, or yogurt

User Comments:

• "This compote is so easy to make and tastes delicious on top of waffles or ice cream."
• "I love that you can use frozen berries, so I can make this all year round."
• "The perfect balance of sweetness and acidity."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have cornstarch, you can use flour instead.
• For a sweeter compote, add more sugar to taste.
• Let the compote cool slightly before serving to prevent it from being too hot.