Kissel (Berry Pudding)

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed Berries (fresh or frozen)
• 4 cups Water
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 4 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. 1In a medium saucepan, combine the 4 cups of Mixed Berries (fresh or frozen) and 4 cups of Water. Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil (212°F / 100°C).
2. 2Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture gently simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the berries to soften and release their juices. Carefully pour the entire berry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve placed over a large heatproof bowl, pressing down on the berry solids with the back of a spoon to extract all liquid. Discard the berry solids.
3. 3In a small bowl, combine the 4 tbsp of Cornstarch with 1/4 cup of cold water. Whisk vigorously with a fork or small whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps.
4. 4Return the strained berry liquid to the clean medium saucepan. Add the 1/2 cup of Sugar and 1 tbsp of Lemon Juice. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer (around 190-200°F / 88-93°C), stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
5. 5Once the liquid is simmering, slowly pour the prepared cornstarch mixture into the saucepan in a thin, steady stream, stirring the liquid constantly with a whisk or spoon. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture visibly thickens and becomes glossy, coating the back of a spoon. It should be thick enough to hold its shape slightly when stirred, but still pourable.
6. 6Remove the saucepan from the heat. Serve the Kissel warm, or allow it to cool completely to room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. It can be enjoyed as is.

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