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Fresh Cherry Preserves





Yields
Makes 2 cups

Take advantage of summer's cherry supply with this simple cherry preserves recipe.

 1 1/2 pounds fresh cherries, rinsed, pitted, and halved or very coarsely chopped
 1 cup sugar
 1 tablespoon lemon juice
 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Step 1
1

In a 3- to 4-quart pan, combine cherries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and cherries are juicy, about 10 minutes. Adjust heat to maintain a low simmer and stir occasionally until mixture has thickened, about 40 minutes.

Step 2
2

Stir in almond extract and pour preserves into a bowl. Chill, uncovered, until cold, about 4 hours. Cover and chill for up to 3 weeks.

Step 3
3

Nutritional analysis per 1/4 cup.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 153Calories from Fat 4
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%

Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.