BLUE BERRY SYRUP (Terry Malysz)

Mix 1/4 c. sugar and 1 T. cornstarch in a saucepan. Add 1 c. water to dissolve. Add 1 c. blueberries and cook over low heat til purple in color and desired consistency. Add 1 t. lemon juice, 1/4 t. vanilla and 1/8 t. cinnamon.
(yield 1 1/3 cup syrup)

Terry and her husband Len do Nutrition On Call the first Thursday of each month. She is a registered dietician and Len is a professional writer. Together they wrote The Duct Tape Diet ($14.95). It's available at local bookstores or to order direct call: 1-800-820-2040. Be sure to tell them you're a "neighbor" and there's no charge for shipping and handling.

November, 2004, Menu minder