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Chocolate Cherries Jubilee

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It's hard to believe that something so delectable can be made so quickly. For a showy presentation, add the Cognac to the sauce and heat gently without stirring it in. Ignite with a match and spoon the flaming sauce over the ice cream.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

1/2 cup cherry preserves
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons Cognac or other brandy
1 pint chocolate chocolate chip ice cream
Toasted sliced almonds

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Melt preserves in heavy small saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently. Mix in cinnamon and Cognac.

  2. Step 2

    Scoop ice cream into bowls. Spoon sauce over. Sprinkle with almonds.

TagsCognacBrandyAlcoholBeveragesAlmondNutEasyQuick5 Ingredients or Fewer30 Minutes or LessBon Appétit
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