How do you pit cherries without a pitter?

How do you pit cherries without a pitter?

Save the sweet taste of summer cherries for later in the year by freezing them. Pit your cherries, then arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place in freezer until completely frozen. Then, transfer cherries to a resealable plastic bag or airtight container.

What are cherries used for?

Sweet cherry is a fruit. It is used as food and medicine. People use sweet cherry for cancer, heart disease, osteoarthritis, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. In foods, sweet cherry is eaten in jams, jellies, beverages, or used as flavoring.

How do I freeze cherries?

Bring the water and sugar to a boil and stir continuously until sugar dissolves. Gently pour the hot water-sugar mix over the cherries, also leaving a half-inch of room at the top. Seal tightly and store in the fridge. Use within one month.

What are dessert cherries called?

The name maraschino originates from the Marasca cherry of Croatian origin and the maraschino liqueur made from it, in which Marasca cherries were crushed and preserved after being pickled. Whole cherries preserved in this liqueur were known as "maraschino cherries".

How do you steam cherries?

In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar and water; add the bean seeds and pod. Cover and cook over moderate heat until the cherries begin to release their juices, about 2 minutes. 2. Uncover and cook over high heat until the cherries are tender and some are split, about 2 minutes longer.