The leaves are alternate, simple blades, oblong or oval. Flowers are crowded in showy drooping elongated clusters up to 6 inches long appearing when the leaves are partly grown. The fruit is a juicy spherical, dark purple in color. They peak in July. Compounds in tart cherries may possess a multiplicity of health benefits.
Cherries are an excellent source of compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Let soak 30 minutes. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add sugar mix well. Cook, stirring occasionally, over low heat 10 minutes. Add cherries with soaking liquid to onion mixture.