Fruit Compote

Description
This topping is good on non-dairy frozen desserts, pancakes and French toast.

Ingredients

 * 1/2 lb fresh or frozen fruit of your choice (suggestions include strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, pineapple or any combination thereof)
 * 1 cup water
 * 3 tbsp arrowroot powder
 * 6 tbsp maple syrup

Directions

 * 1) Heat the fruit in half the water and mash them as they heat (or you can slice them up prior to heating).
 * 2) Mix the remaining water thoroughly with the arrowroot powder, making sure there are no lumps.
 * 3) Add the arrowroot mixture and sweetener to the fruit and stir constantly over medium heat until the sauce thickens and becomes brightly coloured. Chill and serve.