Citrus Brandied Cocktail Cherries |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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I found this somewhere on the net, not sure where. The recipe sounds totally awesome so I'm posting here for safe keeping to try soon. Ingredients:
1 medium orange |
3/4 cup sugar |
1/2 cup water |
1 teaspoon allspice berry |
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated |
3/4 cup brandy |
1 lb cherries, washed, stemmed and pitted |
Directions:
1. Using a vegetable peeler, remove orange peel in wide strips, making sure to avoid the white pith.
2. Place peels, sugar, water, allspice and nutmeg in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool to room temp, about 45 minutes.
3. Place a fine mesh strainer over a container with a spout and strain the syrup. Reserve the orange peels and discard the remaining solids. Add Brandy to the syrup and stir to combine.
4. Place cherries in a 1-quart container with a tight fitting lid, threading the orange peels throughout the cherries. Pour the brandy syrup over the cherries, cover and refridgerate for at least 5 days before serving. Store in fridge for up to 3 weeks.
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