Quick, easy and packed with flavor, this is a perfect condiment for cocktails, desserts, savory recipes or mixing into sparkling water. —Francine Lizotte, Surrey, British Columbia
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 3/4 cup sugar
- Sparkling water, optional
Directions
- In a saucepan, stir together first 3 ingredients over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer until liquid turns a dark purple and cherries are tender, 10-15 minutes, crushing cherries with a spoon or masher. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine sieve; discard solids. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. If desired, combine 8 ounces sparkling water with 1 tablespoon of syrup to serve.
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