Prunes Poached in Red Wine

1. 1

   Place prunes in a bowl and cover with boiling water.

2. 2

   Let sit for 5 minutes, then drain.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, combine wine and honey in a medium saucepan.

4. 4

   Using the tip of a paring knife, scrape seeds from the vanilla bean halves into wine and add pods.

5. 5

   Add cinnamon stick and bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Add prunes to wine and bring back to a simmer.

8. 8

   Cover and simmer 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove from heat and add zest.

10. 10

    Remove cinnamon stick.

11. 11

    Cover and let sit for at least 2 hours before serving.

12. 12

    Serve warm, room temperature or chilled.

13. 13

    Prunes will keep for 1 to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.