The Best Cherries Preserved In Spiced Port Syrup

Cherries are the best fruit on the planet and sadly have a very short season. Falling over the middle of summer they scream Christmas. This recipe for cherries preserved in spiced port is wonderful to make for now or later. Whilst feeling very festive they are a delicious dessert all year round.
A bowl of chilled cherries makes the perfect snack and my December is always filled with red-stained fingers. Since they are so special and only visit us for a short season, it’s best to buy them in bulk and directly from the farm.
Ingredients:
- 700 gms fresh Cherry Time cherries stalks removed and pitted
- 2 thick strips of zest peeled off an orange
- The juice of 1 orange
- ¾ 155gms cup granulated white sugar
- 1 cup 250ml good port
- 2- star anise pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 vanilla bean split and seeds removed
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
14 minutes
Total Time:
34 minutes
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