RECIPE / ONE REALIZATION
The following recipe for a classic cherry sundae is adapted from the Boston Globe website ( www.bostonglobe.com ). If cherries are not in season, use store-bought maraschino cherries instead.
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RECIPE INGREDIENTS
METHOD
Whip sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan, then bring the blend to a boil over a medium-high flame, stirring regularly.
Add the cherries and simmer for about 7 minutes, or until the cherries soften a bit, mixing periodically.
After removing the saucepan from the stove, mix in the kirsch and lemon juice. Leave to cool.
Scoop the ice cream into 4 serving glasses. Place the cherries on top, then garnish with some whipped cream and chopped almonds. To finish it off, place fresh cherries with stems on top of the cream.
OTHER REALIZATIONS
The following recipe is adapted from the Martha Stewart website ( www.marthastewart.com ).
USEFUL NOTES
If you decide to buy the ice cream, make sure to pick a good quality kind. The traditional sundaes usually include vanilla ice cream, but other flavors, such as chocolate or strawberry, also work well. Whichever flavor you choose, make sure to pair it nicely with the syrups and other toppings. For a completely homemade dessert, make the ice cream from scratch.
Besides the traditional syrups, such as chocolate, strawberry, or cherry, there are numerous options to choose from when assembling a sundae. Try caramel or peanut butter sauce, or go for a berry compote. Other common toppings include whipped cream, nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, and fresh fruit. Get creative and use crushed cookies, brownies, dried fruit, or candy.
The traditional version of the dessert is served in a tulip-shaped, footed glass cup. You can also use ice cream bowls, mason jars, or any other kind of dish appropriate to hold the ice cream and the toppings.