Title: Spiced Prunes
Categories: Fruit Condiment
Yield: 1 Batch

2	lb	Large prunes
		Scrape of nutmeg or a blade of mace
		Splinter of stick cinnamon
1	ts	Ground black pepper
20		Fluid ounces wine vinegar
8	oz	Brown sugar
		Several cracked prune stones per jar (optional)
1	tb	Brandy or vodka per jar

Soak the prunes overnight in cold water. Drain them well and pack them firmly into jars. Boil the vinegar with the spices, sugar and cracked stones and pour over the prunes. Make sure the fruit is completely covered. Add a tablespoon of brandy or vodka to each jar, screw the lids on and keep for several months before opening.

Note: The authors say that this is delicious served with chilli as well as cold meat or game.

from Edible Gifts by Claire Clifton and Martina Nicolls typed by Tiffany Hall-Graham From: Tiffany Hall-Graham Date: 02-19-95

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