Stewed Prunes

Ingredients

• 1 pound Dried Prunes (Pitted or unpitted, your preference)
• 4 cups Water
• 1 strip Lemon Peel (About 2 inches long, use a vegetable peeler)
• 2 tablespoons Port Wine (Optional, for added flavor)

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the prunes under cold running water to remove any dust or debris.
2. 2Place the washed prunes in a saucepan. Add the water and the strip of lemon peel. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
3. 3Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer gently for 30 minutes, or until the prunes are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
4. 4If desired, stir in the port wine during the last 5 minutes of cooking. This will add a richer flavor to the stewed prunes.
5. 5Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Serve warm or chilled. The stewed prunes can be enjoyed on their own or with yogurt or ice cream.