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Plum and ginger fool

This light and refreshing dessert is so easy to make, yet tastes delicious.

Dish Details:


INGREDIENTS:

Plum & ginger fool
500g/18oz Plums (stoned & chopped)
500g/18oz Figs (chopped)
125g/4oz Caster sugar
1 Piece stem ginger (finely chopped)
2 Lemons (juice only)
150g/5oz Ready-made custard
500g/18oz Creme fraiche
Amaretti biscuits (to serve)


PREPARATION:
Place the plums, figs and sugar into a saucepan with the ginger and lemon juice. Bring to the boil, and to simmer for about 15 minutes.

Drain the fruit (saving the syrup) and puree until smooth.

Reheat the syrup and cook until it has reduced by half. Then stir into the fruit puree

Combine the creme fraiche with the custard in a bowl, fold in the puree and mix well.

Divide the mixture into dessert bowls, cover and chill if not needed immediately. Serve with Amaretti biscuits.


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INFORMATION:

Serves: 6

Source: South African Plums

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 DISH DETAIL KEY
clock Quick & Easy: 30 minutes or less

heart Healthy Recipe: low fat and/or calories

kid-friendly Kid-Friendly: extra nutrition and/or fun!

low-carb Low-Carb: low carbohydrates

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