Cherry Soup

Directions

1. 1
   In large saucepan, combine cherries, water, wine, cinnamon stick and cloves.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat and simmer until fruit is soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
4. 4
   Add sugar and orange rind and stir until sugar is dissolved.
5. 5
   Remove cinnamon stick and cloves and discard.
6. 6
   Puree cherry mixture in blender.
7. 7
   Pour back into pan and stir in arrowroot, mixed with a little of the fruit mixture. Cook over low heat until slightly thickened.
8. 8
   Serve hot with dumplings or ice cold with dollop of whipped cream.
9. 9
   Makes 4 servings.