Sour Cherry Jam

A delicious homemade jam made with sour cherries and a touch of almond extract. Ideal for utilizing in a variety of recipes or spreading on toast in the morning.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh sour cherries, pitted and halved
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions:

In a large saucepan, combine the cherries and sugar

Let them sit for about 1 hour to macerate

Add the lemon juice and zest to the cherry mixture

Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jam thickens

Stir in the almond extract and cook for an additional 2 minutes

Remove the jam from heat and let it cool slightly before transferring it to sterilized jars

Seal the jars and allow them to cool completely before storing in a cool, dark place

Enjoy your homemade sour cherry jam on toast, muffins, or as a topping for desserts!