Black Cherry Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Cherries
Rinse the black cherries under cold water. Remove the stems and pits. Set aside.
2
Mix the Sugar and Water
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved over medium heat.

3
Add Cherries and Lemon Juice
Once the sugar is dissolved, add the prepared black cherries and lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
4
Simmer the Mixture
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 4 tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Slowly add this mixture to the saucepan while stirring continuously to thicken the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until it reaches your desired thickness.
6
Finish with Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before serving.