Soused Prunes Recipe

Name: Soused Prunes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup cider vinegar; 2 cups water; 2 cinnamon sticks; 10 whole cloves; 1 teaspoon whole allspice; 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup; 1 small orange, sliced; 1 lemon, sliced; 1 pound large pitted prunes (about 45); 45 small pecan halves (about 1/8 cup); 6 tablespoons rum

Servings: persons

1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 cups water
2 cinnamon sticks
10 whole cloves
1 teaspoon whole allspice
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 small orange, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
1 pound large pitted prunes (about 45)
45 small pecan halves (about 1/8 cup)
6 tablespoons rum

1
In a large heavy saucepan combine sugars, vinegar, water, and spices and boil, stirring, until sugars are dissolved.
2
Add maple syrup, orange and lemon slices, and prunes and simmer, covered, until prunes are plump and very tender, about 25 minutes.
3
Transfer prunes with a slotted spoon to a bowl and boil syrup until thickened and reduced to about 1 1/2 cups, 15 to 20 minutes.
4
With a slotted spoon remove spices, orange, and lemon and discard.
5
With a small knife cut a slit in side of each prune and stuff with a pecan half.
6
Divide stuffed prunes among 3 clean 12-ounce jars and pour enough hot syrup into each jar to just cover prunes.
7
Add 2 tablespoons rum to each jar and cover tightly, turning jars a few times to distribute rum.
8
Prunes keep, covered and chilled, 1 month.

5229

kcal

Calories

487

Fat

248

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup cider vinegar, 2 cups water, and more.

Yes, Soused Prunes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Soused Prunes

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