Raspberry Or Strawberry Coulis - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups raspberries or 1 1/2 cups strawberries, fresh
2 1/2 cups water, divided
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh lime juice, about 4 limes
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Preparation

Place fruit and 1 cup water in blender and process until smooth.
Strain mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl and discard the solids.
Combine puree, 1 1/2 cups water and sugar in a small saucepan.
Combine juice and cornstarch in a small bowl, whisking until blended.
Add cornstarch mixture to fruit mixture and bring to a boil over medium heat.
Cook 5 minutes or until thick, stirring constantly.
Strain again into a bowl and discard solids.
Cool, cover and chill.