Recipe for berry jelly, which is suitable for using various berries

Here is a simple recipe for berry jelly, which is suitable for using various berries:

Ingredients:

500 g of berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, currants, etc.)
1.5 liters of water
1 cup sugar (or to taste)
3-4 tablespoons starch (or optional)
Juice of half a lemon (to taste)

Instructions:

Preparation of berries:

If the berries are fresh, then wash and peel. If the berries are frozen, we defrost them.
Compote preparation:

In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Adding berries:

Add the berries to the boiling water.
Cooking berry compote:

Cook over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, until the berries are soft.
Adding sugar:

Add sugar to the compote and mix until completely dissolved.
Preparation of a thickener:

In a separate bowl, dissolve the starch in a small amount of water.
Gradually add the dissolved starch to the boiling compote, stirring constantly.
Boiling:

Boil for another 2-3 minutes to thicken the jelly.
Adding lemon (optional):

Add the juice of half a lemon to add freshness and brightness to the taste.
Cooling and feeding:

Remove the pan from the heat and let the jelly cool down a little.
Serve the jelly hot or cold as desired.
This recipe can be varied, using different berries or combinations of them, depending on your preferences. Enjoy your meal!