Tart Cherry Sauce
It may seem silly to sweeten tart cherries to make them taste like sweet cherries, but even when sweetened, tart cherries have a slight tartness reminiscent of cranberries. Tart cherries can be used much like cranberries in crisps, relish, and sauces like this one, which is terrific over vanilla ice cream. Makes about 3 cups.


Ingredients:

1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves
3 cups tart cherries (about 11/4 pounds,) pitted and halved
2/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon orange rind, cut in julienne strips
2 tablespoons bourbon or brandy
1/4 cup toasted, sliced almonds


Instructions:
1. Combine tart cherries, sugar, orange rind, and bourbon in a saucepan. Set aside for 30 minutes.

2. Bring to a boil over moderate heat. Simmer about 8 to 10 minutes. Cool, then stir in almonds.




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