Plums Poached In Earl Grey Tea

1. 1

   Pour the 6 cups of water into a large saucepan and bring it to a rolling boil. Remove from heat.

2. 2

   Add the tea bags, cover and steep for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove the tea bags, place the pan back over high heat and bring back to a boil.

4. 4

   Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to medium low. The liquid should just be simmering, add the plums and poach until tender. The amount of time will vary from 1 minute to longer depending on the size and ripeness of the fruit.

6. 6

   Remove the plums from the liquid and set aside to cool.

7. 7

   Continue to simmer the liquid until it is the consistency of a light syrup.

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   To serve:

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   Place the plums into small dessert bowls and ladle some of the poaching liquid.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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