Classic Cherries Jubilee

Recipe View 2 mins In a wide saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar and cornstarch. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the cold water and orange juice. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking constantly until thickened and clear. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Stir in the cherries and orange zest. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the cherries are simmering, spoon the vanilla bean ice cream into individual serving bowls. Keep the bowls chilled until ready to serve. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Remove the cherry mixture from the heat and stir in the cherry extract. (1 minute)

Recipe View 2 mins Gently warm the brandy in a separate small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. This ensures a good, strong flame. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Pour the warmed brandy over the cherry mixture and carefully ignite it with a long lighter or match. (1 minute)

Recipe View 2 mins Gently shake the pan until the blue flame has extinguished itself completely. This will take a minute or two. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Immediately spoon the warm cherries and sauce generously over the ice cream in the serving bowls. Serve immediately and enjoy the spectacular taste!