A healthy must for your everyday smoothies, deserts or juices, for a while to come.

Blueberry Syrup (Concentrated)

INGREDIENTS

1. 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) sugar (ideally powdered)
2. 1 tbsp (15 ml) cornstarch
3. 1 cup (250ml) cold water
4. 6 pints of 170 g (2.2 lbs or 1 kg) fresh or frozen blueberries (makes about 7 cups or 1750 ml)
5. 1 tsp (5 ml) pure lemon juice (from squeezed lemon or Sicilia® style)

PREPARATION

1. If frozen, thaw the berries in the refigerator overnight or at room temperature for at least 3 hours.
2. Wash the berries thoroughly.
3. In a pot, add sugar and cornstarch. Whisk in all directions for at least 1 minute.
4. Gradually add water, whisking in all directions, until combined.
5. Add blueberries and whisk in all directions until well blended.
6. Over medium heat, bring to a boil, whisking frequently in all directions.
7. Thern, over high heat, boil for 3 minutes, whisking constantly in all directions.
8. Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes.
9. Add the lemon juice and and pass the composition through a mixer (blender) at high speed, until thick liquid consistency (about 2 minutes).
10. Bottle in small, clean, dry plastic bottles of approximately 250 ml and refrigerate or freeze.