Cold Cherry Soup #2

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon stick and orange zest; bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Add cherries, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove cinnamon stick.
4. 4
   Mix arrowroot with 2 Tb of the cherry mixture to make a paste and return to soup, stirring constantly while bringing to a boil.
5. 5
   Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes until thickened slightly.
6. 6
   Mixture will thicken as is cools.
7. 7
   Chill.
8. 8
   Before serving, stir in cream and wine.
9. 9
   Serve in champagne or wine glasses to show off color.
10. 10
    Garnish with a cinnamon stick and/or dollop of sour cream or yogurt.