Ingredients for Black Bing Cherry Preserves
- Bing Cherries
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Fresh Lemon Juice
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How to Make Black Bing Cherry Preserves
- Wash and pit 4 lbs Black Bing cherries. You can use a cherry pitter for efficiency.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the pitted cherries with 3 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup water, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 45-60 minutes, or until the cherries have softened and released their juices, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat and skim off any foam that may have formed on the surface.
- Ladle the preserves into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace.
- Wipe the rims of the jars clean, place lids and rings on top, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude).
- Remove jars from the canner and let them cool completely. You should hear a popping sound as the jars seal.
- Once cool, check the seals to ensure they are airtight. Store in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
1333g
Fat
1g
Carbs
117g
