This is a straightforward plum jam that can be flavored as you like. I add winter spices such as star anise and a cinnamon stick, thinking ahead to lean days with no summer fruit in the trees. Purple ...

Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a tube pan. Drain, saving syrup. Chop all plums except four. Set aside. Sift the following together three times and set aside: Beat the following together: Add dry ...