Brandied Cherry Sauce

• sugar↗2 tablespoons
• cornstarch↗1 teaspoon
• ground allspice1⁄4 teaspoon
• dark sweet cherry, pitted (fresh or frozen, thawed)↗1 cup
• water↗1⁄2 cup
• brandy↗1 tablespoon
• lemon juice↗1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Mix sugar, cornstarch and allspice in a medium skillet.

2. 2

   Stir in cherries, water, brandy, and lemon juice.

3. 3

   Stir over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens; boil 1 minute, stirring constantly.

4. 4

   Serve warm.