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Balsamic Roasted Cherries
Difficulty Level: Easy
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Prep Time:15 Minutes
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Cook Time:PT35M20 Minutes
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Yield:2 Cups
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 small shallot, finely sliced, optional
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped (or rosemary)
- Pinch of kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- 709.76ml fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 25.56g balsamic vinegar
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 small shallot, finely sliced, optional
- 4.26g fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped (or rosemary)
- Pinch of kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
Turn peak-season cherries into a sweet-savory topping that works as a sauce, glaze, or finishing touch. Roasted with balsamic and a touch of honey, these cherries are perfect for savory dishes and simple appetizers!
Preparation
STEP 1
Preheat oven to 400°F.
STEP 2
Add cherries to a baking dish and toss with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, shallot, thyme, salt, and pepper.
STEP 3
Roast for 15–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until cherries are softened, juicy, and slightly caramelized.
STEP 4
For a saucier consistency, lightly mash some of the cherries with a spoon before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Options
Delicious served with grilled chicken, pork of salmon. On crostini over goat cheese or burrata, or on a cheeseboard alongside brie, prosciutto and crackers or stir in vinaigrettes for salads.