Sweet Summer Fruit

By Molly Watson, About.com Guide

Cherry season is short but oh-so-sweet – or sour! Sour cherries have an even shorter season than sweet cherries, and are tricky to find on the West Coast. Whatever cherries you're buying, look for plump, shiny cherries with no soft spots or bruising. Cherries are delicate creatures and any damage will hasten their inevitable demise.

Learn All About Cherries, including How to Pit them, before making Sour Cherry Cobbler, Black Cherry Tart, or putting up some Brandied Cherries to enjoy later in the year.

See all cherry recipes for more delicious ideas.