Method

• Wash and halve plums, and then remove pits
• Combine plums and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil
• Reduce heat and simmer until plums are soft (about 10 minutes)
• Run softened plums through a food mill (or push through a sieve) and then return to the saucepan
• Add sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and then simmer until thickened (about 20 minutes)
• Skim off any foam that surfaces
• The plum butter is ready when it doesn't run when placed on a chilled plate
• Makes about 2 cups
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