Cherries Jubilee


1 1/2 qt. vanilla ice cream
1 (29-oz.) can pitted Bing cherries, drained
3/4 c. currant jelly
1/2 c. brandy, cognac or kirsch

About 2 hours before serving:
Make 8 large ice cream balls and freeze on cookie sheet.
Refrigerate 8 serving dishes.
Place ice cream in dishes to bring to table.

In chafing dish over direct heat, melt currant jellly,
stirring constantly; add cherries and heat slowly until simmering.
Pour brandy into center of fruit. (DO NOT STIR).
Let brandy heat, undisturbed;
when warmed, light carefully with match.
Spoon flaming fruits over ice cream.


Peaches Jubilee:
Use 1 (29-oz) can sliced peaches


Strawberries Jubilee:
Use 1 (10-oz) pkg. frozen whole strawberries