Spiced Plums

Description

4 servings. 1 hour preparation.

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Plums

Ingredients

• 1 kg plums
• 375 ml water
• 125 ml honey
• 60 ml maple syrup
• 1 cinnamon stick, broken in two
• 2 star anise
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Directions

Preheat oven to 160C (320F).

Cut the plums in half and remove stone.

Place plums in large dish, in a flat layer, cut side down.

Put all other ingredients into a saucepan and bring to the boil.

Pour the syrup over the plums and cover tightly with a lid of foil.

Place the plums in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until tender.

Remove foil and leave to cool slightly.

Serve.

These reheat easily on top of the stove.