Category Archives: Sour Cherry

Selection and Storage of Cherries

SELECTION Select bright, red cherries of uniform ripeness and free from spots. Use as soon after picking as possible for peak flavor Store uncovered in refrigerator for up to 5 days Do not wash until ready to use; any dampness … Continue reading

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Clifton Cherry Cobbler

INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter 1 cup self-rising flour 1 cup sugar 1 cup milk 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 4 cups pitted, tart, red cherries 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup sliced almonds DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350F. In 9″ oven-proof dish, … Continue reading

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Fresh Cherry Pie

INGREDIENTS Pastry for 8″ or 9″ double crust pie. 2 quarts pitted, tart read cherries 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/3 cup flour Dash of salt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine DIRECTIONS In large bowl, combine cherries, sugar, flour, and salt. … Continue reading

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Cherry-Raspberry Pie

INGREDIENTS Pastry for one 9″ lattice top pie 1.10oz package frozen or fresh red raspberries 3/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups pitted, tart, red cherries DIRECTIONS Thaw, drain, and reserve syrup form frozen raspberries. Add … Continue reading

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Cherry Cake

INGREDIENTS 1 egg beaten 1 1/4 cups sugar 1 tablespoon butter, melted 1 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup milk 2 cups pitted sour cherries ( if using thawed frozen cherries, decrease the milk to … Continue reading

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Marascino Cherries

INGREDIENTS Brine: 2 quarts water 1 Tablespoon pickling salt 4 1/2 pounds pitted sweet cherries 4 1/2 pounds sugar 3 cups water Juice of one lemon 1 ounce red food coloring 1 ounce almond extract DIRECTIONS Bring water and salt … Continue reading

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