Today we invite you to take advantage of cherry season by preparing glazed cherries and enjoying them at any time of the year. The cherries should not be overly ripe so they retain their shape, and the pits should not be removed, as they will fall apart during cooking otherwise. These glazed cherries can be served on their own, as a decoration for a dessert, or in a glass with a scoop of vanilla, chocolate,...
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Place the cherries, with stems removed and thoroughly washed, into a saucepan. Add the sugar over the cherries.
Pour the cherry brandy mixed with the vinegar over the cherries and sugar. Let the mixture macerate for two hours, stirring occasionally.
After two hours of maceration, place the saucepan on the stove and cook until the cherries begin to soften, about three minutes after the mixture starts boiling.
Remove the cherries and strain them through a colander. Return only the resulting liquid to the saucepan and cook over low heat to allow it to evaporate and concentrate.
Once the liquid has thickened into a jelly-like consistency, add the cherries back to the saucepan and stir to glaze them.
Remove the cherries and transfer them to a jar along with the remaining jelly.
To serve the cherries, take them out of the jar and heat them in a skillet with a teaspoon of butter to restore their original texture and serve them warm.
Ensure the cherries are not overly ripe to retain their shape during cooking.
Do not remove the pits from the cherries, as they may fall apart during cooking.
If using the cherries as a dessert decoration, avoid reheating them before use.
Store the glazed cherries in a jar with the jelly to preserve their flavor and texture.
Can I use frozen cherries for this recipe?
Fresh cherries are recommended for this recipe as frozen cherries may not retain their shape and texture during cooking.
What can I serve glazed cherries with?
Glazed cherries can be served on their own, with ice cream, or alongside mousse or other desserts.
Can I substitute cherry brandy with another ingredient?
You can substitute cherry brandy with another fruit-based liquor, but the flavor profile may change slightly.
How long can I store glazed cherries?
Glazed cherries can be stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Do I need to reheat the cherries before serving?
If serving warm, reheat the cherries in a skillet with butter. If using as a dessert decoration, avoid reheating them.
