Royal Cherry Sauce
Royal Cherry Sauce offers a rich, tangy sweetness with deep cherry and citrus flavors, ideal for enhancing poultry or ham dishes with elegance and vibrant taste.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain cherries, reserving the liquid, and set cherries aside.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and the reserved cherry liquid, stirring until smooth.
- Add wine, lemon juice, and grated orange rind to the saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the cherries.
- Cook until the sauce is thoroughly heated.
- Serve with poultry or ham.
Tips & Substitutions
For a thicker sauce, add more cornstarch, but ensure to mix it with a bit of water before adding to prevent clumping. If you don't have Sauterne, any dry white wine will work, or you can substitute with a splash of apple cider vinegar for a tangy kick. Sweetener alternatives like honey or maple syrup can also be used instead of brown sugar for a different flavor profile.
Serving Suggestions
This Royal Cherry Sauce is a perfect complement to roasted poultry or ham, enhancing their flavors with a sweet and tangy contrast. Serve it over grilled chicken or alongside Pecan Sandwich Meat for a delightful twist. For a complete meal, pair with sides like creamy mashed potatoes or a fresh garden salad to balance the richness of the sauce.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover Royal Cherry Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To reheat, gently warm the sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until heated through. If it thickens too much, add a splash of water or wine to reach the desired consistency.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Royal Cherry Sauce contains roughly 112 calories, with 1g protein, 27g carbohydrates, and 0g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make this sauce spicier?
To add a spicy kick to your Royal Cherry Sauce, consider incorporating a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce during cooking. This will enhance the flavor profile without overpowering the sweetness of the cherries.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).