Wojapi (Berry Sauce)

Source: 30 Seconds

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Yield: 1 pint

Total time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 3 ½ cups frozen berries of choice (chokecherries, blueberries, and cranberries are traditional, but can also use huckleberries, blackberries, and/or strawberries)
• ¼ cup water
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional)

DIRECTIONS

• In a large saucepan, simmer the berries and water over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the berries begin to break down, about 25 minutes. 
• Remove half the berry mixture and use an immersion blender to puree the rest. Whisk in the cornstarch, then add the un-blended berries back in and stir to combine.
• Add 1 Tbsp maple syrup or honey, if desired, but the fruit should be the main flavor. 
• Serve warm with fry bread or corn bread!