RAISIN SAUCE

By pbaumgartner

(Janet's recipe)

Ingredients

• 3 1/3 c. water, divided
• 2/3 c. raisins
• 1/3 c. sugar
• 1/4 c. brown sugar
• 1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 c. butter
• 3 Tbs. cornstarch

Preparation

Step 1

Combine 3 c. water, raisins, sugars, lemon juice, nutmeg and salt in medium saucepan. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. Add the butter and stir until it melts. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and remaining 1/3 c. water. Add it to the bubbling sauce and cook until the sauce thickens. Serve hot over warm squares of gingerbread.