Prunes Poached in Red Wine

A classic French bistro dessert, these prunes are poached in red wine and infused with the flavors of cinnamon, vanilla, and orange or lemon zest.

Prunes Poached in Red Wine
Prunes Poached in Red Wine

A classic French bistro dessert, these prunes are poached in red wine and infused with the flavors of cinnamon, vanilla, and orange or lemon zest.

  • Preparing Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
  • Served Person: 6
  • Carbohydrate 39.8423946965123 g
  • Cholesterol 0 mg
  • Fat 0.281397590356739 g
  • Fiber 0.24803186126325 g
  • Protein 1.43734002696857 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.0238213587448856 g
  • Serving Size 1 1 Serving (45g)
  • Sodium 2.21651846627452 mg
  • Sugar 39.594362835249 g
  • Trans Fat 0.0135211355738026 g
  • Calories 151 calories

Step-by-step

  • Place prunes in a bowl or a glass measuring cup and pour on boiling water to cover. Let sit for 5 minutes, and drain.
  • Combine wine and honey in a medium saucepan. Using the tip of a paring knife, scrape seeds from the vanilla bean halves into wine and add pods. Add cinnamon stick and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add prunes to simmering wine and bring back to a simmer. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add orange or lemon zest. Remove cinnamon stick. Cover and let sit for at least 2 hours before serving.

I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook prunes. I love their sweet and tart flavor, and they're so versatile. I've tried them in everything from salads to desserts, and I've never been disappointed.

This recipe for Prunes Poached in Red Wine is a classic French bistro dessert that's surprisingly easy to make. The prunes are poached in a mixture of red wine, honey, vanilla, and orange zest, which gives them a rich and complex flavor. They're perfect for serving as a dessert or as a snack, and they're sure to impress your guests.