**Prunes in Port: A Taste of Elegance and Tradition**
Indulge in the timeless classic, prunes in port, a dessert that has graced tables for centuries. This sophisticated dish combines the rich, sweet flavor of prunes with the smooth, velvety texture of port wine, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of takes on this classic, from traditional to modern, ensuring there's something for every palate. Explore the harmonious blend of flavors and textures as you embark on a journey through these delectable creations.
PRUNES IN PORT
I know people that have this with their cornflakes :) Personaly I like them as a snack, but they are great as a quick dessert with custard or ice cream. I pour the prunes into sterilised glass jars, and they keep for months. If you want these as gifts you can easily double the recipe.
Provided by mummamills
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- soak prunes in the port overnight.
- next morning combine everything and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionaly.
- take out vanilla bean. (You can wash it and use it again).
- bottle, or store in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3.4, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 18.4, Protein 0.4
PRUNES IN WINE WITH TOASTED-ALMOND COOKIES
Prunes take on a velvety texture in this Port sauce. The resulting syrup is silky and sweet, with a tropical vanilla fragrance.
Provided by Ruth Cousineau
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir together all ingredients in a heavy medium saucepan until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, then simmer, uncovered, gently stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced by half, about 25 minutes.
- Remove from heat and cool until barely warm or room temperature. Discard vanilla bean.
SPICED ITALIAN PLUMS (PRUNES) IN PORT
We have an old Italian prune tree in the front yard that is usually loaded every year. We fix many of them this way, and have wonderfully sweet, spicy prunes for breakfast all year. We usually spend a whole weekend canning prunes and making apple butter. (another old tree in the yard). Any type plum would most likely work.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Plums
Time 1h
Yield 6 pints, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut plums in half and remove pit. Combine sugar, water, orange peel, cinnamon sticks and cloves in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer a few minutes. Add plums, a layer at a time to heat through, about 2 minutes. Remove plums from syrup.
- Pack hot plums into hot pint jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
- Repeat with remaining plums.
- Reheat syrup to a boil. Remove from heat; discard cinnamon sticks. Stir in port.
- Pour over plums, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. (add a few cloves and pieces of orange peel to each jar). Remove air bubbles. Adjust caps.
- Process 20 minutes in boiling water bath.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.9, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 7.2, Carbohydrate 90.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 83, Protein 2.2
PRUNES POACHED IN RED WINE
I know what you're thinking: stewed prunes? But this is not that. This is prunes poached in wine, a classic French dessert that you still see on dessert trolleys in bistros all over Paris. Some recipes for it have you soak the prunes in water for up to 12 hours to plump them before poaching, others have you soak them in black tea. Here you let them steep for only five minutes in just-boiled water, which means you don't lose the essence of the prunes to the liquid. Then you poach them in sweetened wine spiced up with a cinnamon stick and vanilla bean, and let them steep again for two hours. The prunes retain their intense flavor, and the wine is both spicy and just sweet enough. Serve the prunes cold or warm; you can also keep them in wine in the refrigerator for a week or two, dipping into them to spoon over ice cream or into yogurt, or just enjoying them on their own.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dessert
Time 25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place prunes in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let sit for 5 minutes, then drain.
- Meanwhile, combine wine and honey in a medium saucepan. Using the tip of a paring knife, scrape seeds from the vanilla bean halves into wine and add pods. Add cinnamon stick and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes.
- Add prunes to wine and bring back to a simmer. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add zest. Remove cinnamon stick.
- Cover and let sit for at least 2 hours before serving. Serve warm, room temperature or chilled. Prunes will keep for 1 to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 151, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 3 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams
LOIN OF PORK WITH PRUNES
Provided by James Beard
Categories Fruit Roast Prune Pork Tenderloin Fall Thyme Nutmeg House & Garden
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- With a sharp knife, make a deep incision lengthwise along the thickest part of the meat. Spread the meat apart, and stuff the prunes into this opening. Sprinkle lightly with nutmeg, then press the meat together again and tie securely. Rub with the thyme and salt and pepper. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Roast in a 325°F. oven allowing about 23-25 minutes per pound, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. when tested with a meat thermometer. Baste often with the pan juices and some of the wine marinade from the prunes. Serve with crisp sautéed potatoes, a good salad and a rosé wine or chilled champagne.
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy prunes for the best flavor.
- Soak the prunes in hot water for at least 30 minutes before using to soften them.
- Use a good quality port wine for the best results.
- Simmer the prunes in the port wine until they are plump and tender.
- Serve the prunes warm or cold, with or without whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Prunes in port is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet and tart flavors is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you serve it warm or cold, with or without whipped cream or ice cream, this dish is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a simple yet elegant dessert, give prunes in port a try. You won't be disappointed.
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