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Huckleberry Sauce

A woman's face.Angie Zoobkoff
Use this sweetly spiced berry sauce to elevate everything from breakfast to dessert.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 16 tablespoons
Calories 31 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium orange zested and juiced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 cups huckleberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom

Instructions
 

  • Mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon orange juice in a small bowl.
  • Combine the huckleberries, orange zest, 2 tablespoons orange juice, sugar, and spices in a medium saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and cook until the berries begin to burst and become juicy, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue to cook until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Transfer to a lidded jar or container and let it cool completely before stashing in the fridge. The sauce will thicken more as it cools.

Notes

  • Thinning the sauce--If your sauce thickens too much, stir in extra orange juice or water, 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Storage and freezing--Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Dietary--This recipe is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 31kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 4mgSugar: 3g
Keyword berry sauce, homemade condiments, huckleberries, wild hucklberries
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