Baked Pie Shell
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. cornstarch
1/8 tsp. salt
2 cans (16 oz. each) pitted tart red cherries (water pack), drained
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1/3 c. sliced almonds

1. Bake pie shell. Set aside. Blend sugar, cornstarch and salt in medium bowl. Stir in cherries.

2. Microwave at high (100%) until mixture is translucent, 8-11 minutes, stirring once or twice during cooking. Stir in almond extract. Pour into pie shell. Sprinkle with almonds. Chill.