2 lb. fresh seeded cherries (canned cherries without sugar may be used)
2 lb. sugar
1/2 tsp. red fruit coloring
10 drops almond extract

Add sugar and coloring to cherries without water. Let stand a short time until a small amount of juice is extracted from the cherries. Place on a slow flame until it begins to boil, then turn up flame and boil briskly for 8-10 minutes, lifting the juice with a silver spoon to prevent boiling over. When almost cool, add flavoring. Pour into glasses and cover with paraffin. Do not use more than 2 pounds cherries in 1 vessel.