CHERRIES JUBILEE

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There are dozens of ways to make Cherries Jubilee, this is my favorite. It's so good and rather easy to make. The key to a successful flambé is to heat the brandy over low heat so it slowly reaches the appropriate temperature but retains it's alcohol content, which is important for it to ignite. For this recipe, canned Cherry...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 oz canned bing cherries, pitted and drained
3/4 c red currant jelly
1/4 tsp orange peel
1/4 c cherry brandy or cherry kirsh
4 scoop(s) vanilla ice cream
4 sprig(s) fresh mint, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. For each serving, place a scoop of ice cream in a bowl; set aside.
  • 2. In a small skillet heat the brandy slowly over low heat.
  • 3. In a medium skillet heat currant over low heat until melted. Add the cherries and orange peel, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to boil.
  • 4. Just before serving, return to small skillet and ignite the brandy with a match and let it flame for only a few seconds.
  • 5. Pour the flaming brandy over heated cherries and stir quickly until the flame is distinguished.
  • 6. Pour hot cherry sauce over the ice cream scoops. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint, if desired. Serve immediately.

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