Ingredients for - Cherry Dumplings

1. 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries, undrained
2. 1 cup sugar, divided
3. 1/2 cup water
4. 1 cup all-purpose flour
5. 1 teaspoon baking powder
6. 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
7. Dash salt
8. 1/3 cup milk
9. 3 tablespoons butter, melted

How to cook deliciously - Cherry Dumplings

1 . Stage

In a large saucepan, combine the cherries with juice, 3/4 cup sugar and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer.

2 . Stage

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, lemon zest, salt and remaining sugar. Stir in milk and butter just until moistened.

3 . Stage

Drop by tablespoonfuls onto simmering cherry mixture. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in a dumpling comes out clean (do not lift the cover while simmering).