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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Condiments
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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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.
