Lemon Blackberry Sauce

Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   In a 2-quart saucepan over low heat, combine the blackberries, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of kosher salt.

2. Step 2.

   Increase the heat to medium and stir the mixture until it reaches a bubbly simmer.

3. Step 3.

   Using a potato masher, press and mash the berries while stirring the mixture.

4. Step 4.

   Reduce the heat to low, keeping the mixture lightly simmering (a few bubbles) for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often. Taste midway and adjust sweetness or acidity with more honey or lemon juice if desired. The syrup should reduce by almost half.

5. Step 5.

   Serve the sauce immediately, or let it cool and store in a clean jar in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 weeks. Note that the syrup will thicken more as it cools.