Cherries - serving size is about 1/2 cup dried. There are two types of cherries sweet and sour with sweet having a darker color and the sour lighter in color. Tart cherries are either dried, frozen or as cherry juice having high levels of antioxidants and fiber. Used in desserts, sauces, salads, baking and cooking, stuffings, juices and appetizers or as a snack. The most popular being the chocolate covered cherries. Keep the dried cherries in the frigerator as they spoil easily.
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