Ingredients
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries (with stems), drained1/2 cup rum or brandy4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1 teaspoon shortening
Preparation
Place cherries in a bowl; cover with rum. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Drain and pat dry.
In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Holding stems, dip cherries in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
