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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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MY BELOVED Swiss mother-in-law gave me this recipe years ago. It's quick and easy to prepare and, as she was so frugal, easy on the pocketbook! I've served this delicious dessert to groups, but it's best served individually. Laura Mae Peterson Salem, Oregon Ingredients:
4 tablespoons butter, divided |
2 to 3 slices day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes |
1 can (15 ounces) dark sweet or bing pitted cherries |
2-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch |
1-1/2 teaspoon sugar |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/4 teaspoon almond extract |
whipped cream and fresh mint, optional |
Directions:
1. In a medium skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add bread cubes; cook and stir until browned. Remove from the heat; set aside. Drain syrup from cherries into a medium saucepan. Add cornstarch, sugar, extracts and remaining butter; bring to a boil. Boil and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Stir in cherries. Divided bread cubes among two serving dishes; top with the cherry mixture. Garnish with whipped cream and mint if desired. Yield: 2 servings.
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