Ingredients: 1 firm large black or red plum 1/16 Cup(s) honey 87/2000 Ounce(s) cinnamon 1/8 Teaspoon(s) anise seeds; finely crushed 1/8 Cup(s) sour cream 1/3 Tablespoon(s) light brown sugar |
Directions: Preheat broiler.
Halve plum and discard pit, then cut each half lengthwise into 3 wedges.
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 l
iquefied, about 1 minute.
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.
Stir together sour cream, brown sugar, and remaining pinch each of cinnamon
and crushed anise seeds, then spoon over warm fruit.
Contributor: Gourmet July 2004 p 143
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