Spiced Brandied Cherries

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This recipe calls for heating the liqueur to hasten the maceration time, and further impregnate the cherries with booze.

by Melissa Clark

Easy, Condiments, Dessert, Side Dish

Servings

About 1 quart

Total time

20 min

Calories / serving

123 kcal

Ingredients (6)

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Instructions (2 steps)

01In a small saucepan, combine sugar and spices with a cup of water. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
02Turn off heat and add cherries and brandy to pot. Let cool, then store mixture in a jar in refrigerator for at least 2 days before eating, and up to several months. These are great over ice cream.

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