How do I pit cherries without making a mess?
Get ready to leave your kitchen stain-free with this handy guide on how to pit cherries without turning your countertop into a crime scene! Let's turn those juicy cherries into delightful treats without any sticky situations.
You'll need
- Cherry Pitter 1
- Bowl 1
Take note
Be careful while handling the cherry pit remover as it has a sharp edge.
1
Gather Your Supplies
Collect the following items: a cherry pitter and a bowl to collect the pits and juice.
2
Prepare Your Workspace
Find a clean and spacious area to work on. Lay down a large cutting board or place a towel to catch any juices that might escape.
3
Wash and Sort Cherries
Wash the cherries thoroughly under cold running water. Remove any stems and sort out any damaged or overripe cherries.
4
Position Cherry in Pitter
Take one cherry and place it into the cherry pitter, positioning the stem end towards the hole where the pit will be removed.
5
Pit the Cherry
Squeeze the handles of the cherry pitter firmly to push the pit out. The pit will fall into the bowl, while the cherry will remain intact.
6
Repeat the Process
Continue pitting the remaining cherries one by one, following steps 4 and 5.
7
Dispose of Pits
Once you have pitted all the cherries, discard the pits from the bowl and clean your cherry pitter.
8
Enjoy Your Mess-Free Cherries
Now that your cherries are pitted, you can use them in various recipes or simply enjoy eating them without worrying about the mess.
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