1 c. water
1/2 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. lemon juice

Mix sugar and cornstarch together in 1 quart saucepan. Add water slowly, stirring constantly. On medium heat, stir continually until mixture comes to a boil. Stir and boil for 2 minutes, after reducing heat. Remove from heat; let cool or serve warm over desserts. (Especially good on cake and gingerbread; great for toast!)