Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Topping

I typically do not buy ice cream toppings, probably because when I make ice cream, I do not make vanilla. I always like to try new flavors of ice cream and they do not need toppings. But an ocassion occurred for ice cream topping, so i made some.

This strawberry topping is delicious, not to mention easy and it may entice me to make vanilla ice cream, just so I can enjoy this topping.

Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Topping

Ingredients:

• 1 pint fresh strawberries, roughly chopped
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Set aside about 1/3 of the chopped strawberries.
2. In a medium saucepan combine the the remaining strawberries and sugar.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium high heat, stirring occasionally. Boil and cook for 5-10 minutes, or until sauce thickens to you liking.
4. Remove from the heat and stir in the reserved strawberries and vanilla extract.
5. Let the sauce cool to room temperature before using or storing.
6. Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks.

Enjoy!!!
*Adapted from Brown Eyed Baker.