ormer Cherries: Something Sweet In The Freezer Frozen sweet, dark cherries can be a delicious addition to many desserts, including this creamy cherry pie. (NAPSA)—Got anything sweet to eat? Something special in the freezer to serve at an impromptu gathering or after a memorable meal? If you’ve been cherry picking—finding dark, sweet cherries in your grocer’s freezer, that is— then the answer to both questions is a delicious “yes.” Individually quick-frozen at the peak of flavor and freshness from the summer’s crop, dark cherries are colorful and fun, adding a sweet, festive flavor to many a dishy dessert. This recipe for Sweet Cherry Cream Pie is smooth andrich, and diners can enjoy it as an afternoon snack or as a festive finale to dinner. For additional tips and recipes, visit the Web site at www.nwcherries.com. Sweet Cherry Cream Pie Makes 2 pies 1 package(8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1% cups sweetened, condensed milk 2 cups frozen sweet cherries, chopped 1 Tbsp. lemon juice ’% tsp. almond extract 1 package(8 oz.) whipped topping 2 prepared chocolate crumb pie crusts (8” diameter) 1. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in con- densed milk. 2. Mix in cherries, lemon juice and almondextract. Fold in whipped topping. 3. Pour mixture evenly into crusts and freeze 8 hours or overnight. Cut into serving size pieces; garnish as desired. Serve immediately; pie slices thaw quickly. Store leftovers, covered, in freezer. Note: For an extra decadent touch, add chocolate topping or chocolate curls to top the pie.
