Cherry Rum Preserves

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare six 8-ounce jars.

2. 2

   Wash, stem and pit cherries.

3. 3

   In heavy saucepan, combine cherries and sugar and cook over low heat for 1 1/2 hours.

4. 4

   Watch carefully and stir often.

5. 5

   Remove from heat; let cool 5 minutes and stir in rum.

6. 6

   Pack cherries into prepared jars.

7. 7

   Cover and seal.

8. 8

   Process in boiling water bath 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Store in cool dark place for 1 month before using.