Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, water, lemon juice, sugar and spices (if using).

Step 2

Heat over medium heat until berries begin to burst and juice starts to thicken about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Remove a few spoonfuls of juice and in a tiny bowl mix that together with the cornstarch, then add it back to the berry mixture, allow it to bubble for a couple minutes, remove from heat.,

Step 4

Allow the compote to cool (unless you wish to serve warm... not hot.)

Step 5

When ready to serve your cheesecake, spoon the compote over-top (make a bit of a mound.) Garnish with lemon zest and or lemon triangles or halves and enjoy!!