Spiced Plums

Description
4 servings. 1 hour preparation.

Ingredients

 * 1 	kg plums
 * 375 	ml water
 * 125 	ml honey
 * 60 	ml maple syrup
 * 1 	cinnamon stick, broken in two
 * 2 	star anise
 * 2 	tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Directions
Preheat oven to 160C (320F).

Cut the plums in half and remove stone.

Place plums in large dish, in a flat layer, cut side down.

Put all other ingredients into a saucepan and bring to the boil.

Pour the syrup over the plums and cover tightly with a lid of foil.

Place the plums in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until tender.

Remove foil and leave to cool slightly.

Serve.

These reheat easily on top of the stove.