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Spice-Laquered Plum

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Spice-Laquered PlumRomulo Yanes

Crush the anise seeds with the side of a large heavy knife. Broiling the honey-coated plum makes it caramelized and tender.

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 10 min

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 serving

Ingredients

1 firm large black or red plum
1 tablespoon mild honey
1/4 teaspoon, plus a pinch, cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon, plus a pinch, finely crushed anise seeds
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat broiler.

    Step 2

    Halve plum and discard pit, then cut each half lengthwise into 3 wedges.

    Step 3

    Heat honey, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon crushed anise seeds in an 8- to 10-inch ovenproof heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until honey is liquefied, about 1 minute.

    Step 4

    Add fruit to honey, tossing to coat, then transfer skillet to broiler and broil 6 inches from heat, turning fruit over once or twice and basting with pan juices, until fruit begins to soften and is glazed, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer fruit along with any pan juices to a dish.

    Step 5

    Stir together sour cream, brown sugar, and remaining pinch each of cinnamon and crushed anise seeds, then spoon over warm fruit.

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