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Homemade Cherry

Homemade Cherry

10 min prep · 30 min cook · Easy · 4 servings
A sweet, homemade cherry that can be enjoyed on its own or used to enhance your desserts.

Ingredients
2 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
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Method
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Combine cherries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until cherries are soft and the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool completely. For a smoother texture, blend the mixture and strain through a fine sieve. Transfer to a clean jar or container and refrigerate. Use within a week for the best flavor.

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