Vanilla or Lemon or Nutmeg Sauce
2 C water
1 C sugar
1T cornstarch
½ C butter
2 tsp. Vanilla or nutmeg or 2 T lemon juice
with 2 T lemon zest or grated rind.
Mix sugar and cornstarch. Slowly add water, stirring to mix and incorporate. Boil, still stirring, one minute. Slowly stir in flavoring and butter. Mix well.