*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                              PLUMS IN PORT

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Condiments

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   8       lb           Plums
   3       c            Sugar
   3       c            Water
   3       tb           Slivered orange peel
   2                    Sticks cinnamon
   2       c            Tawny port

  Prick plums with sterilized needle to prevent bursting.  Combine sugar,
  water, orange peel and cinnamon sticks in a large sauce 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.  Peel skins, if
  desired.  Pack hot plums into hot jars, leaving 1/2 inch head space. Reheat
  syrup to a boil.  Remove from heat; discard cinnamon sticks. Stir in port.
  Pour over plums, leaving 1/2 inch head space. Remove air bubbles. Adjust
  caps.  Process 20 minutes in boiling water bath. Yield: about 3 quarts.
  
  From: Ball Blue Book Shared By: Pat Stockett
 


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