Apple-Walnut Greens with Chicken Dried Plums & Spiced Pecans
Pureed apple lends creaminess without adding fat to the dressing of this main-dish salad. Buy pre-grilled chicken strips, or use leftover roast chicken instead.
Armagnac Ice Cream
This classic, creamy French ice cream, studded with Armagnac-soaked dried plums, is perfect for a special occasion. Serve with Dried Plum Financieres, or with your favorite pound cake recipe.
Arugula, Radicchio, Orange, and Dried Plum Salad
Crisp greens and oranges make this salad perfect for the winter months. The sweetness of the citrus and dried plums sets off the bite of the radicchio and arugula.
Bharwan Tandoori Aloo
Chef Shaju Zacharia has a distinguished career as Executive Chef for more than 20 years. He has worked with top hotel chains such as the Taj Group and Jaypee Hotels. He is also Vice President of the Indian Culinary Forum, India’s association of Professional chefs.
Braised Chicken Agrodolce with Dried Plums
Dried plums, cinnamon and red pepper give this braised chicken dish a Moroccan flavor. Serve with rice pilaf or couscous, and a crisp green salad.
Claypot Chicken with Dried Plums
As if being an award-winning chef isn't enough, Lemon Grass Restaurant owner, Mai Pham manages her nationally acclaimed, chic Sacramento eatery while serving up cookbooks, writing food columns and teaching at culinary institutions
Coconut Ice Cream with Brandied Dried Plum and Banana Compote
Lemon Grass Restaurant owner, Mai Pham manages her nationally acclaimed, chic Sacramento eatery while serving up cookbooks, writing food columns for national publications and teaching at culinary institutions
Cornmeal Flapjack with Dried Plums
Dried plums add an unusual twist to cornmeal flapjacks for brunch or breakfast.
Curried Pistachio Couscous
West African Lamb Stew and Curried Pistachio Couscous recipes created by Chef Quattara (Washington DC)
Double Delight Salad with Creamy Asian Dressing
Created especially for The California Dried Plum Board by Chef Martin Yan, this salad breaks away from the bland iceberg lettuce salad.
Dried Fruit Pulao
Gourmet specialist Karen Anand is food consultant, writer, chef and businesswoman all rolled into one. With several books and three successful food shows under her belt, she has also been awarded the prestigious Food & Spirit Award by the French Government.
Dried Plum Chocolate Pavé
Chef Gale Gand of Tru, in Chicago, adds dried plums to her decadent chocolate desserts. Gand, who loves cooking with these sweet, chewy nuggets of flavor, adds them because they provide a delicious layer of fruitiness to her recipes.
Dried Plum Financieres
Tender almond financieres are a classic French pastry. Serve with Armagnac ice Cream.
Dried Plum Galettes
These puff pastry-based galettes couldn't be simpler--or better! Serve warm, with a cup of herb tea.
Dried Plum Snack Skewers
Chef Susan Goss of Zinfandel (Chicago) created these easy fruit and cheese skewers for the California Dried Plum Board.
Dried Plum Tart with Almond Cookie Crust
A tender almond cookie crust spread with dried plums and apricot preserves is topped with a pastry lattice before baking.
Dried Plum and Ginger Wontons
Chef Martin Yan created these dried plum-filled dessert wontons especially for the California Dried Plum Board.
Dried Plum and Walnut Caramel Tart
This oh-so-elegant tart features dried plums and walnuts in a creamy caramel filling. A drizzle of bittersweet chocolate adds the crowning touch. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and a cup of strong, hot coffee.
Dried Plums with Bacon and Fresh Goat Cheese
A quick and easy, make ahead, recipe for holiday entertaining. Broil the bacon-wrapped dried plums just before serving.
Fennel Salad with Dried Plums, Manchego Cheese and Prosciutto
The wonderful winter salad of fennel, dried plums, manchego cheese and prosciutto was created for the California Dried Plum Board by Joanne Weir.
Filet of Beef with Port-Glazed Dried Plums
A sauce of port and dried plums is the elegant accompaniment to beef tenderloin steaks.
Gale's Famous Truffles
These truffles are for chocolate lovers only! Use the best-quality chocolate you can find for these indulgent morsels.
Italian Dried Plum Red Wine Vinaigrette
The mustard and shallots in this vinaigrette make it the perfect complement for more strongly flavored salad greens like arugala or watercress.
Loin of Pork w/ Dried Plum Stuffing
A simple pork roast becomes extra-special when stuffed with dried plums. Fluffy couscous is the perfect accompaniment to this classic dish.
Lowfat Blueberry Cornmeal Muffins
Versatile dried plum puree stands in for the fat in this light version of blueberry muffins.
Madame Salemblers Potatoes with Dried Plums
For a deliciously different gratin, layer potatoes with port-steeped dried plums, pour over nutmeg-scented half-and-half and bake until tender and golden. Perfect with roasted meat or poultry.
Moroccan Lamb with Dried Plums and Honey
Looking for something to cook for dinner tonight? Try this healthier lamb recipe that incorporates dried plums. Fruit and meat often go hand-in-hand in Moroccan cuisine, as in this gently spiced lamb stew with dried plums. Serve with fluffy couscous and a sprinkling of sesame seed.
Mushroom-Herb Stuffing with Dried Plums
Dried plums, celery and mushrooms tossed with toasted bread cubes, stock and wine bake up into a stuffing that's moist, golden brown, and a delicious addition to any holiday meal.
Palak Kababs
Chef Shaju Zacharia has a distinguished career as Executive Chef for more than 20 years. He has worked with top hotel chains such as the Taj Group and Jaypee Hotels. He is also Vice President of the Indian Culinary Forum, India’s association of Professional chefs.
Plum Good Jamaican Chicken
Bell peppers, lime juice, dried plums and Jamaican jerk seasoning create a Caribbean flavor palette that's a natural with chicken. Serve with rice to soak up the sauce.
Pork Medallions with Plum-Onion Marmalade
Pan-fry pork tenderloin, then whip up a pan sauce with onions, dried plums, honey and vinegar, with a touch of fresh mint for bold flavor.
Roast Pork Stuffed with Chili Glazed Dried Plums
Pork loin garnished with chili-glazed plums is a stunning centerpiece for a dinner party or holiday gathering. The sweet and spicy flavors are complex and satisfying.
Salmon with Spiced Marsala Plum Sauce
Grilled salmon really shines when served with a sauce of dried plums, aromatic spices and Marsala. If you don't have a grill, the sauce is also great with broiled salmon.
Savory Dried Plum & Sausage Omelet
Everyone has their own omelet preference, but when they try this dried plum, pepper and sausage-stuffed version, they'll have a new favorite.
West African Lamb Stew
Peanut butter gives a taste of Africa to this lamb stew, made with potatoes, dried plums and coconut milk. Serve with Curried Pistachio Couscous to soak up the sauce.