Drunken Prunes Recipe

1. 1

   Place all ingredients except the mascarpone and zest in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

2. 2

   Reduce the heat to medium low and keep the mixture at a gentle boil until the liquid is syrupy, about 45 minutes.

3. 3

   (Put a spoonful of syrup on a plate and let it cool for a minute.

4. 4

   Draw your finger through the syrup.

5. 5

   If it immediately runs back together, it is not ready.

6. 6

   If it holds the line you drew, its ready.)

7. 7

   Let cool at least 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Discard the cinnamon sticks and vanilla pod.

9. 9

   Place the mascarpone and lemon zest in a medium bowl and stir to combine.

10. 10

    Divide the cheese mixture among 10 dessert plates, spreading it into a wide well with a spoon.

11. 11

    Place 6 prunes in the center of each well and drizzle with syrup.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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