CHERRY DESSERT SAUCE

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The original of this recipe was seen in the December 2009 Best of Cooking Light, Holidays, where it was included with a recipe for steamed chocolate pudding. However, since I only wanted the sauce recipe . . . One serving is figured at 2 tablespoons.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Sauces

Time 23m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups frozen cherries, pitted dark sweet, thawed
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cherry brandy (optional)
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine cherries & orange Juice, then cover & process until smooth.
  • If it's necessary for the sauce to be REALLY smooth, strain the cherry mixture in a sieve over a bowl, then discard the pulp. (I usually don't do this step, however,).
  • In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, sugar & brandy (if using). Place over medium-high heat & cook until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly.
  • Add the cherry mixture to the sugar water & stir well, then bring it to a boil, reduce heat & simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • In a small container, dissolve cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water, then stir it into the cherry mixture, bring to a boil & cook another minute or until slightly thick.
  • Serve warm over pudding, pound cake, ice cream, whatever.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.9, Fat 0.1, Sodium 0.7, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 10.9, Protein 0.4

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