Holiday Dessert Cherry Sauce

This is an easier version of Cherries Jubilee. It's supreme served warm over vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

1 can (16 ounces) red tart pitted, water packed cherries, drain and reserve juice

3/4 cup reserved cherry juice

1 tablespoon cornstarch

3 tablespoons GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1/8 teaspoon almond extract

Honey Tips

Honey Flavors and Colors

Honey has different flavors and colors, depending on the location and kinds of flowers the bees visit. Climatic conditions of the area also influence its flavor and color.

Directions

Dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup of reserved cherry juice. Whisk until smooth. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine remaining juice and honey. Gradually add cornstarch mixture. Continue stirring until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add cherries.
Remove from heat. Stir in almond extract.
Serve warm over ice cream, pound cake or even pancakes.