Plums in Port

Directions

Prick plums with sterilized needle to prevent bursting.

Combine sugar, water, orange peel and cinnamon sticks in a large sauce pot.

Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer a few minutes.

Add plums, a layer at a time to heat through, about 2 minutes.

Remove plums from syrup.

Peel skins, if desired.

Pack hot plums into hot jars, leaving ½ inch head space.

Reheat syrup to a boil.

Remove from heat; discard cinnamon sticks.

Stir in port.

Pour over plums, leaving ½ inch head space.

Remove air bubbles.

Adjust caps.

Process 20 minutes in boiling water bath.