Candied Cherries

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, bring sugar & water to boil, then add cherries & lemon half.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to low & let simmer about 20 minutes, or until syrup is red & slightly thick.

3. 3

   Remove from heat & let stand 2-3 hours or overnight.

4. 4

   Strain the cherries, reserving the syrup, & set the cherries aside.

5. 5

   Discard lemon half & add apple juice to the syrup.

6. 6

   Over medium-high heat, bring syrup to boil & cook 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Return cherries to syrup, reduce heat to low & cook slowly until thick & a candy thermometer reads 220 degrees F (or 105 degrees C).

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   Cherries can be stored at least 6 months in the refrigerator.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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