Ingredients

8 ounces sun-dried tart cherries (1 1/2 cups) 

1 cup sugar 

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and 2 cups water; bring to a boil over high heat.

Reduce heat; cook until syrup has thickened slightly, about 35 minutes. Remove from heat, transfer to a container; let cool completely before placing in refrigerator.