This is a simple but tasty topping, perfect for waffles or pancakes. My daughter and son in law frequently shop European markets. On a recent trip I was able to accompany them. I found a couple of jars of sour cherries packed in water. This was the inspiration for the recipe. Ingredients: 1 jar of sour cherries packed in water 2 tablespoons corn starch 2 to 3 tablespoons cane syrup 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Begin by draining the juice from the jar into a saucepan. Save about a quarter cup of the liquid. Mix the 2 tablespoons of corn starch in the reserved juice. Mix thoroughly to prevent clumping. Add the remaining juice and all but 1/3 cup of cherries and cinnamon to a food processor. Pulse several time until pureed. Pure the puree into a saucepan, simmering over medium low heat. Add the corn starch juice liquid, and continue cooking until the sauce thickens. Stir in the almond extract. Be prepar...