Preserved Morella Cherries In Syrup

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups white currant jelly
• 3 cups fine sugar
• 2 lbs Morella cherries, stoned
• 1.5 cups red currant jelly (for Carnation cherries)
• 2 lbs Carnation cherries, stoned

Method

1. 1 Stone the cherries.
2. 2 Combine the appropriate jelly (white for Morella, red for Carnation) with sugar in a large pot.
3. 3 Heat the mixture over medium heat until it boils, then skim off any foam.
4. 4 Add the stoned cherries and simmer gently until they become tender.
5. 5 Increase heat and boil rapidly until the mixture thickens and becomes clear.
6. 6 Transfer the hot cherries and syrup into sterilized jars or glasses.