Plum Apple Butter - Homemade food gift

Plum Apple Butter

Use sweet plums and tart apples to create your own spread for breads and crackers. This creamy, fruity butter is perfect for a little glow on a winter day!

Nancy Michel Lakeland, Florida

3 medium fresh plums, pitted and quartered

2 medium tart apples, peeled and quartered

1/4 cup water

3/4 cup sugar

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

dash ground allspice

Place plums, apples and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12 -15 minutes to until tender. Cool slightly.

Place in a blender, cover and process until pureed. Return all to the pan. Add sugar and spices, return to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently.

Cool to room temperature. Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks

YIELDS: 1-1/4 cups