Maraschino Cherries

1. 1

   Soak cherries overnight in brine of 2 quarts water, salt and alum (best for 24 hours).

2. 2

   Next morning, drain cherries and rinse in cold water.

3. 3

   Combine cherries with 3 cups water, sugar, food coloring and lemon juice.

4. 4

   Heat to boiling, then let set 24 hours. Again bring to boil; let set 24 hours.

5. 5

   Bring to boil again.

6. 6

   On the third day after letting set 24 hours, add 1 ounce of almond extract.

7. 7

   Seal while hot.

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