What You Will Need
- 1 kg of fresh visciole cherries
- 500g of granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla pod
- 1 lemon
- Airtight glass jars
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your own heavenly visciole preserved in sugar:
Step 1: Prepare the Cherries
Start by washing the visciole cherries thoroughly under cold water. Remove the stems and pits, making sure to keep the cherries intact.
Step 2: Prepare the Sugar Syrup
In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar with 500ml of water. Cut the vanilla pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the pod and seeds to the saucepan. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the mixture and stir everything together.
Step 3: Cook the Syrup
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar completely. Let the syrup simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
Step 4: Add the Cherries
Gently drop the prepared visciole cherries into the simmering syrup. Cook the cherries for approximately 15 minutes, or until they become slightly tender. Be careful not to overcook them, as you want to retain their shape and texture.
Step 5: Preserve the Cherries
Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the cooked cherries into clean and sterilized glass jars. Pour the remaining syrup over the cherries, ensuring they are completely covered. Seal the jars tightly with their lids.
Step 6: Store and Enjoy
Allow the visciole preserved in sugar to cool at room temperature before storing them in the refrigerator. The cherries will continue to develop their flavor as they preserve in the syrup. They will last for several months if kept refrigerated.
Now that you know how to make your own visciole preserved in sugar, you can relish the exquisite taste of these cherries all year long. Use them as a topping for ice cream, as a filling in cakes or pastries, or simply enjoy them on their own. Get creative and let your taste buds rejoice in the delightful sweetness of visciole preserved in sugar!