Cherry Preserves

When cooking with cherry preserves, common questions often revolve around how to incorporate it into savory dishes, what dishes it best complements, and how to create different flavor profiles with its addition. Often, people tend to relegate cherry preserves to solely sweet dishes, not realizing its potential in savory recipes. For instance, it can be used to sweeten a barbecue sauce or as a glaze for meats. A common mistake when using cherry preserves is overusing it, which can make the overall dish too sweet. Start slow and adjust the sweetness level as needed. To get the most out of cherry preserves, consider incorporating it into a variety of dishes, not just desserts. For example, try using it as a glaze for a roasted chicken or use it in place of cranberry sauce in a turkey sandwich for a twist. A little-known trick is using cherry preserves to add a sweet and tangy note to salad dressings. A spoonful of preserves mixed in a vinaigrette can transform a simple salad into a gourmet dish. Also, if your preserves are too chunky for a particular recipe, try heating it up and using a blender or food processor to achieve a smoother consistency.