Homemade Maraschino Cherries Recipe

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"Commercial maraschino cherries are loaded with chemicals. Try making your own at home with this recipe. As with any canning project, it will take some time, mostly standing time, but the effort is well worth it...."

INGREDIENTS
Brine:
2 quarts water
1 Tablespoon pickling salt
4-1/2 pounds pitted sweet cherries
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Syrup:
4-1/2 pounds sugar
3 cups water
Juice of one lemon
1 ounce red food coloring
1 ounce almond extract
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