PRUNES IN ARMAGNAC
Adapted from A New Way to Cook by Sally Schneider and found at splendidtable.com. If you don't have Armagnac, any good brandy may be used. The prunes are sublime served over vanilla and coffee ice cream and as an ingredient in pear, apple, or quince tarts. Prepare at least 1 week before serving to allow the prunes to mellow. Since they last indefinitely, you can keep them on hand for instant desserts. Packed in a pretty jar, they make a welcome gift. There is a 1 week standing time.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Fruit
Time 20m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small, non-reactive saucepan, combine the water and sugar. With a thin sharp knife, split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add the seeds and bean to the pan and bring to a boil over moderately high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Place the prunes in a clean dry jar and pour the syrup over them. Allow to cool completely, then stir in the Armagnac. Refrigerate for at least 1 week before serving.
- Refrigerated, the prunes will keep indefinitely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.6, Carbohydrate 80.8, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 51.6, Protein 2.5
PRUNES IN ARMAGNAC
This sweet dessert is a perfect ending to a bistro-inspired meal. You can prepare prunes anytime from two weeks in advance, for maximum flavor, to the evening of the dinner. To play up the French theme, serve with creme fraiche instead of ice cream.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring prunes, 1 cup Armagnac, and the sugar to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook until liquid is syrupy and prunes are softened, about 20 minutes.
- Transfer prunes in syrup to a heatproof bowl, and stir in remaining 2 tablespoons Armagnac and the cinnamon. Let cool. Spoon prunes over ice cream, and drizzle with some syrup.
PRUNE ARMAGNAC CLAFOUTI
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 10-by-1 1/2-inch round baking dish with the butter and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
- In a small bowl, combine the prunes with 2 tablespoons of Armagnac and microwave on high for 1 minute. Set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs and 1/3 cup granulated sugar on medium-high speed for 3 minutes, until light and thick. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Combine the cream, vanilla, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon Armagnac in a glass measuring cup. On low speed, slowly add the dry ingredients to the batter and then add the liquid ingredients, mixing well. Set aside for 10 minutes
- Distribute the prunes in the prepared pan and carefully pour on the batter. Sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon granulated sugar. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and serve warm.
PRUNE-ARMAGNAC ICE CREAM
Classically French, prune‐Armagnac ice cream is one of the most graceful ways to serve a prune. Whereas most fruits become hard and icy when frozen, these prunes remain chewy and soft.
Provided by Claudia Fleming
Yield 1½ quarts
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the prunes and enough water to cover in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then turn off the heat. Let the prunes cool in the liquid, then drain them well. Stir in the Armagnac, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- In a large, heavy saucepan, bring the milk, cream, and 1 cup of the sugar to a simmer. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and the remaining ¼ cup of sugar. Remove the milk mixture from the heat and add a little to the egg yolk mixture to warm it, whisking constantly to keep the yolks from cooking. Pour the egg yolk mixture into the hot milk mixture, whisking the milk constantly as you pour.
- Return the custard to the stove and cook it over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon. Remove from the heat and strain it into a bowl. Stir in the salt and let cool completely.
- Chill the custard until it's thoroughly cold, at least 4 hours. Freeze in an ice-cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fold the Armagnac-soaked prunes into the ice cream immediately after freezing while it's still soft. Transfer to a container and place in the freezer until frozen solid, at least 2 hours.
CHESTNUT SOUP WITH ARMAGNAC PRUNES AND CAPPUCCINO FOAM
Provided by Suzanne Hamlin
Categories soups and stews, appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- To make the Armagnac prunes, start early in the day or the night before. In a saucepan, mix 1/2 cup of water and the 1/2 cup of Armagnac or Cognac. Add prunes, and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat, cover and let steep 6 hours or overnight. Prunes can be kept in an airtight jar at room temperature until ready for use.
- To make the mushroom juice, wash the mushrooms, put them in a saucepan, cover with water and simmer for one hour. Strain, and then discard mushrooms. There should be a cup or more of mushroom juice. Refrigerate if not using immediately.
- To make the porcini powder, place dried mushrooms in a blender or coffee grinder, and pulverize. Store in an airtight container until ready for use.
- To make the soup, preheat oven to 375 degrees. With a sharp paring knife, score each chestnut by making an "X" on the round side. Place chestnuts in a single layer on a baking tray, and roast on middle level of the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until the shell skin curls. Remove from oven, and let rest until cool enough to handle. Peel off and discard the shells, and reserve the chestnuts.
- In a large, heavy saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add diced celery root, and cook gently for 5 minutes without browning. Add peeled chestnuts, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in the sugar, raise the heat and cook a few minutes, until mixture caramelizes. Add the 1/4 cup of Armagnac or Cognac, and cook a minute. Add the mushroom juice and the chicken stock, lower heat and cook slowly for 15 minutes. Add heavy cream, and cook 5 minutes longer.
- Remove mixture from the heat, and let cool about 5 minutes. Transfer to a food processor or blender, making sure the lid is on tightly. Working in two batches if necessary, puree the soup. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Strain through a fine sieve. (The soup can be made up to this point a day in advance. Cover, and refrigerate.)
- Return soup to a saucepan, and reheat. Put one drained prune in each of 8 soup bowls or cups. Put skim milk in a tall, slender container, and add 1/4 teaspoon of the porcini powder and the nutmeg. Using the nozzle on an espresso machine or a separate foaming device, foam the hot milk.
- Pour equal amounts of the soup into the soup bowls, top with a scoop of the milk foam, a shaving of optional black truffle, and a parsley leaf. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 430, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 864 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PRUNES IN WINE AND ARMAGNAC
Categories Sauce Fruit Quick & Easy Low Sodium Prune Cognac/Armagnac Red Wine Winter Gourmet
Yield Makes about 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a stainless-steel saucepan combine the wine and the sugar, bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved, and boil it for 1 minute. Add the prunes and the Armagnac and simmer the mixture, covered, for 15 minutes. Let the mixture cool, covered, for 15 minutes and spoon it into a 1 1/2-quart ceramic or glass container. Let the mixture cool completely, covered. The prunes keep, covered and chilled, for 3 months.
ARMAGNAC PRUNES
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place the prunes in a bowl and pour the hot tea over them. Cover and steep 1 hour. Strain the prunes, reserving 1/4 cup tea. Place the tea and sugar in a small sauce pot, bring to a boil, and cook 2 minutes. Pour the syrup over the prunes. Add the Armagnac to the pot, bring it just to a boil, and pour it over the prunes. Cover and steep at least 30 minutes. Cool the prunes and store them in the refrigerator.
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