Dessert for 8
Blueberry Topping
Blueberries simmer in a sweet citrus sauce thickened with cornstarch for a warm or chilled topping.
$0.51for 4 servings
$0.13 per serving$0.51 for 4
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- 10 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | 5.25 oz | $0.21Typical price |
| Berries$0.40/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.42Typical price |
| Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $1.03 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Sugar and brown sugarCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoa
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp +1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 3 half-pints fresh blueberries
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- lemon zest from 1-2 lemons (optional)
Steps
- Whisk orange juice, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch in a medium saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring until smooth and thickened.
- Add the blueberries and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring gently.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in vanilla and lemon zest if using.
- Cool for 3 minutes before serving or chilling.
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