By Ruth Lahmayer Chipps, MS, RDN, CD ---Jackson In Action Communications Director
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Ruth Chipps prepares Plums Jubilee on WEAU-TV 13 (NBC)
Photo and Recipe: Ruth Chipps
Plums Jubilee
This sweet and tart dessert is a healthful way to enjoy the season. Inspired by the classic Cherries Jubilee recipe, this variation incorporates both fresh and dried plums
Ingredients (Four Servings):
1 lb Fresh plums (can substitute peaches and/or grapes)
2 Tbsp. Butter
2 Tbsp. Brown sugar
2 Tbsp. Honey
¼ c Orange juice
¼ c. Brandy or orange liquor (optional)
¼ c. Dried plums, fine chopped
1 Tbsp. Sliced almonds or walnuts (optional)
2 Tbsp. Granola
Ricotta honey cream: stir together 1c. part skim ricotta, ¼ c honey and ½ t. vanilla
Method:
Cut fruit and remove pits. Cut into slices
Melt butter, stir in brown sugar and honey until hot
Add sliced plums and cook about 4 minutes.
Add orange juice and optional brandy or liquor. Note: Be careful, as liquor will become a flambe if cooking on a gas range and pan is tilted. You can also ignite the liquore by using a hand-held long handled lighter. Stand back from the pan when igniting the flambe and always keep a fire extenguisher nearby in the kitchen.
Cook another 3 minutes until sauce reduces partially. Fruit will stay slightly firm.
Serve with a dollop of ricotta honey cream and sprinkle with dried plums, sliced nuts and granola
Disclosure: Hestan Culinary product was provided for testing of this recipe.
Marta Filipczyk Unsplash. Outdoorcooking with #Harvestofthemonth #Plums
Photo: Ruth Chipps
Plums are the feature for September. This stone fruit is sweet and tart at the same time. They’re rich in fiber and nutrients—adaptable to both sweet and savory recipes.
Harvest of the Month is a Jackson County, Wisconsin initiative that highlights a different produce item every month. A cooking demo segment airs monthly on WEAU-TV 13 (NBC), Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
Plum Tid Bits
Look for plums with solid color—red, purple, black, light green, or yellow.
• Choose firm plums that give slightly to gentle pressure.
• Ripen hard plums in a paper bag at room temperature for up to three day.
• Store ripe plums in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Many varieties of plums exist. There is even a plum variety called “Jubilee.” Check out local farmers markets for an array of interesting varieties and other fall fruit delights..
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“Harvest of the Month is a partnership between Jackson County Department of Health and Human Services, Black River Memorial Hospital, Together for Jackson County Kids, Ho-Chunk Nation, UW Extension-Jackson County, Lunda Community Center, Boys and Girls Club, Hansen’s IGA, local school districts, The Library and the community.”
More at: www.JacksonInAction.org
Ruth Lahmayer Chipps, MS, RDN, CD is Communications Director for Jackson In Action and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. She develops Harvest of the Month recipes and videos and hosts the Harvest of the Month segment on WEAU-TV 13 (NBC). More at www.Lahmayer.com.