Stewed Mangoes

Ingredients
5 large firm ripe mangoes
6 tbsp. sugar (varied as per sweetness of the fruit)
4 tbsp. water (varied as per juiciness of the fruit)
1/4 tsp. vanilla essence
3 cups vanilla icecream or whipped sweetened cream chilled

Method
1. Cut mangoes in four pieces and deseeded.
2. Place in 10" diameter dish cut sides down.
3. Place the pieces next to each other.
4. Sprinkle sugar over all the pieces.
5. Mix essence in water. Sprinkle the water on mangoes.
6. Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
7. Remove keep aside.
8. In individual bowls, place 2 pieces of mangoes.
9. Place a full scoop of vanilla icecream on top.
10. Place a canned or fresh cherry on top.
11. Serve immediately.