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Cherry Conserve Recipe

Elevate your meals with this homemade Cherry Conserve! Bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of cherries and a hint of citrus, it's incredibly versatile. Spoon it over grilled chicken, lamb, or beef for a gourmet touch, or indulge in a spoonful atop your favorite ice cream. This recipe is perfect for adding a homemade touch to your holiday baking or as a unique gift for friends and family.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 1464.2 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Cherry Conserve

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How to Make Cherry Conserve

  1. Wash and pit 4 cups fresh cherries.
  2. Wash, thinly slice, and remove seeds from 1 large orange.
  3. Combine the pitted cherries, orange slices, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 4 cups granulated sugar in a large preserving kettle or heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for approximately 45 minutes, or until the conserve has thickened and become translucent. The mixture should sheet off a spoon.
  5. Remove the conserve from the heat.
  6. Skim off any foam that has risen to the surface using a metal spoon. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and 1/4 cup raisins. Return to medium-low heat and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Carefully ladle the hot conserve into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal immediately and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (for pints) or 15 minutes (for quarts) for optimal shelf life. Allow jars to cool completely before checking seals.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

1196g

Fat

8g

Carbs

110g

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