Ingredient: Plums

Plum skins range from a deep mix of purples and reds and the flesh inside is juicy and sweet, with just a hint of tartness. They’re perfect eaten on their own, but there’s so much else you can do with them – whether baked into a simple crumble, folded into a cake batter or made into a compote.

Did you know that prunes are dried plums, which are known for their digestive benefits? Try swirling these through a yoghurt-topped cake, as they transform in the oven, their juice deepening into something quite glorious.

What’s lovely about plums is that, aside from their delicious taste, they’re packed with nutrients too. They’re a good source of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system, and they provide fibre, which aids with digestion and elimination. They are naturally high in pectin which can help the body to clear toxic load. Plus, they’re full of antioxidants, which are great for your overall health. Whether you enjoy them fresh or cooked, plums have a way of adding a bit of sunshine to these darker autumnal days.

Recipes with plums…