Cherry Winks

Ingredients and Weight:

• Large Bing cherries: 1 pound
• Fresh lemon: 1 ounce
• Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup
• Port wine: 1 cup
• Ice: 1 cup
• Dry red wine: 1/2 cup

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Pit the cherries and add them to a medium saucepan.
2. Zest the lemon into the saucepan and then squeeze in the juice.
3. Add the granulated sugar and port wine to the saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the cherries have softened and the sauce has thickened.
5. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool slightly.
6. Transfer the cherry mixture to a blender and add the ice.
7. Blend until smooth and then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan.
8. Add the dry red wine to the saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
9. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
10. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 5mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 1g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet, tart, and refreshing
• Perfect for a summer party or a light dessert
• Can be served with ice cream, whipped cream, or fruit

User Comments:

• "These cherry winks are so delicious! They're the perfect way to cool down on a hot day."
• "I love the combination of sweet and tart in these winks. They're also so easy to make!"
• "These winks are the perfect summer drink. They're light and refreshing, and they always put a smile on my face."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to pit the cherries before adding them to the saucepan.
• Don't overcook the cherry mixture, or it will become bitter.
• If you don't have a blender, you can use a food processor to blend the cherry mixture.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the winks by adding more or less sugar to taste.
• Serve the winks chilled over ice for the best flavor.