Strawberry Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh strawberries (rinsed, hulled and sliced)
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Prepare the Berries: ---

2. 2

   slice: First, rinse, pat dry, and then hull and slice the berries. Place them in a medium saucepan.

3. 3

   --- How to Make Strawberry Sauce: ---

4. 4

   stir well: Next, add the sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Stir well to combine.

5. 5

   boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   simmer: Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 20-30 minutes, or until it has thickened. Stir occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

7. 7

   Cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools and even more once refrigerated.