Ingredients

1 pound pitted dried plums (prunes)2 cups water1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon ground ginger3 tablespoons lemon juice

Preparation

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the plums, water, cinnamon, cloves and ginger; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until cool. Stir in lemon juice. Store, covered, in the refrigerator.