Instructions: Any ripe, flavorful fruit could be substituted, including peaches in midsummer and pears in the fall. Serve warm or cold.

Combine all of the ingredients except the black cherries in a large saucepan, bring to a boil and simmer for 10 min.

Add the cherries and cook for 2 min longer. Remove from heat.

Remove and discard the vanilla bean.

Serves 4 - 6

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