====== Raspberry Coulis ======

===== INGREDIENTS =====
 
  * 1/2 cup sugar
  * 3 tablespoons water or orange juice
  * 12 ounces frozen raspberries, thawed
  * 1 tablespoon Chambord, Framboise or Grand Marnier liqueur (optional)


===== INSTRUCTIONS =====
 
  - Combine sugar and water (or orange juice) in a 1 cup (or larger) microwave-safe cup or bowl. Stir to combine. The mixture will be very thick.
  - Cook in the microwave on high power for two minutes. Stir for 5-10 seconds to ensure that the sugar crystals are dissolved.
  - Combine the raspberries and hot syrup in a blender container. Blend until the mixture is smooth and pureed.
  - Pour puree through a fine-mesh strainer set over a medium-size bowl. Stir and push on the solids with the back of a rubber spatula until all of the liquid has been extracted. This will take several minutes as the mixture will be thick.
  - Discard the seeds. Add the liqueur, if using and stir to combine.
  - Store in the refrigerator for 5-7 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months.