Homemade Maraschino Cherries

Directions

1. 1
   Place all ingredients, except the cherries, into a 2 quart saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower the heat until a you reach a low simmer. Stir a few times until the sugar has completely dissolved.
2. 2
   Add the cherries and continue to simmer for ten minutes. Give the sauce a taste-test to see if it has taken on a cherry flavor.
3. 3
   Pour out cherries and juice into a large bowl and cool to room temperature. To speed up the process, place the bowl in the fridge for 1 hour.
4. 4
   Transfer into one quart jars or an air-tight container and refrigerate for at least three days to a week before eating.