In any case, when I updated the recipe, rather than trying to estimate the volume of the prunes, I assumed that the recipe calls for adding 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon (if desired). Maybe the author was referring to the volume of prunes after they are soaked. I’m not clear why the directions refer to 1/4 cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon for each two cups of prunes. One-half pound of prunes is about 1 cup of prunes. Here’s the original recipe: Source: The New Cookery (1921) by Lenna Frances Cooper Back then (and even when I was young) prunes were very dry and needed extensive soaking and cooking to make tender stewed prunes whereas today many supermarket prunes are very moist when taken out of the package and need to be stewed for only a few minutes. I’m a little surprised when an author puts such a simple recipe in a cookbook – though I also find it fascinating how basic foods have changed over the past hundred years. This product may contain traces of other Allergens due to cross-contamination.Hundred-year-old cookbooks sometimes contain very basic recipes, such as a recipe for stewed prunes. A yummy, convenient snack created by drying premium plums prunes are a great addition, as they are, in sweet and savoury recipes or they can be lightly stewed and served warm for a natural, fruity breakfast or as an irresistible dessert. 2 lemon or orange slices (I used lemon slices. Pitted prunes are deliciously sweet with a deep rich taste, fruity aroma and a luscious, sticky texture. 1 stick (approximately 3 in.) stick cinnamon. Store in an air tight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. This product may contain traces of other Allergens due to cross-contamination. This product contains naturally-occurring Sulphites. For a delicious dessert treat try with ice cream or chia pudding. Serve stewed prunes for breakfast with your favourite cereal and natural dairy or coconut yoghurt. Prunes can be soaked in hot water for a few minutes, or lightly stewed for compote. Prunes also make a lovely base for sauces and stuffing. Use them in home-baked cakes, muffins, biscuits and desserts. Add chopped prunes to muesli, porridge and smoothie bowls. Pitted prunes make a great instant snack and lunch-box ingredient. Add sugar, and continue cooking 10 minutes.
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