Melinda’s Drunken Prunes
The amount of sugar will vary based on personal preference. I suggest starting with the smaller quantity and then adjusting after a month. Once you find your “sweet spot” you can put all the sugar in at the beginning.
Course
Beverages
,
Miscellaneous
Cuisine
Italian
Servings
Prep Time
1
quart
5
minutes
Passive Time
4
months
Servings
Prep Time
1
quart
5
minutes
Passive Time
4
months
Ingredients
12
ounces
pitted prunes
2
cups
grappa
or brandy
1/3
cup
sugar
plus up to 1/3 cup more based on taste
Instructions
Place prunes in a one quart glass jar.
Add 1/3 cup sugar.
Add grappa.
Cover tightly.
Rotate the jar several times daily until the sugar dissolves.
Store the prunes in a cool spot out of direct sunlight.
After one month taste and add additional sugar to taste.
Allow the prunes to age for at least four months total before serving.
Serve the prunes individually in shot glasses with a toothpick. Pour some of the grappa over the prunes.
Nibble on the prunes holding them with the toothpick and sip the prune-infused grappa, preferably while playing canasta.
Recipe Notes
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