Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter, divided2 to 3 slices day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes1 can (15 ounces) dark sweet or Bing pitted cherries2-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1-1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extractWhipped cream and fresh mint, optional
Preparation
In a medium skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add bread cubes; cook and stir until browned. Remove from the heat; set aside. Drain syrup from cherries into a medium saucepan. Add cornstarch, sugar, extracts and remaining butter; bring to a boil. Boil and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Stir in cherries. Divided bread cubes among two serving dishes; top with the cherry mixture. Garnish with whipped cream and mint if desired.
