Blackberry Sauce

By stancec44

To go with Lemon Meringue Pie w/Graham Crust (see Desserts)

Ingredients

• 2 16-ounce bags frozen blackberries
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
• 4 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel

Preparation

Step 1

Bring frozen berries and sugar to simmer in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring often. Simmer 1 minute. Stir 1 tablespoon lemon juice and cornstarch in small bowl until cornstarch dissolves. Add to berries and stir until thickened, about 1 minute. Mix in remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice and lemon peel. Cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature. DO AHEAD Sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm slightly before serving.