Something different for the store cupboard!

You will need:

• 250gm/8oz stoned prunes ( Agenprunes if you can get them)
• 25gm/1oz brown sugar (Muscovado is best)
• a cinnamon stick
• a bay leaf
• port

Place the prunes, bay leaf, and cinnamon stick in a preserving jar, and add brown sugar.

Cover with port, seal, date, and label the jar.

Store for at least six months before using.

These are good to serve with fresh pineapple, or ice cream, and their rich flavour makes an unusual accompaniment to roast pork.

Paul Cleave