Cherry Port Glaze Cook's Illustrated

Elevate your next meal with the rich and luxurious Cherry Port Glaze, inspired by the brilliance of Cook's Illustrated. This decadent glaze combines the natural sweetness of pitted cherries with the deep, velvety flavor of port wine and a tangy hint of balsamic vinegar for a perfectly balanced sauce. Brown sugar adds a caramelized depth, while garlic and shallots provide a savory foundation. Thickened to perfection with a quick cornstarch slurry, this versatile glaze is ideal for brushing over roasted meats like pork tenderloin or duck, or drizzling atop grilled vegetables for a touch of gourmet flair. Ready in just 35 minutes, this show-stopping recipe is your ticket to transforming any dish into a culinary masterpiece!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium, finely chopped shallot
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup port wine
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup, fresh or frozen pitted cherries
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Pour in the port wine and balsamic vinegar. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to reduce by half, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the brown sugar, cherries, and chicken broth. Simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the cherries to break down and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring continuously to avoid clumping.

Step 6

Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the glaze has thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Season the glaze with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the glaze to cool slightly. For a smoother glaze, you may blend it with an immersion blender or strain it through a fine-mesh sieve.

Step 9

Serve warm over your favorite roasted meat or drizzle on while cooking for caramelized perfection.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(857.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	969.8

Total Fat 24.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 1189.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 92.5g
Protein 7.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.8mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1473.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.3%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 63.2%