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Prune
France (especially Agen), California USAAvailable year-round (dried)Intensely sweet, rich, jammy
Did You Know?
Prunes were rebranded as 'dried plums' in the United States in 2000 after the FDA approved the name change — sales had been declining due to the laxative association.
Overview
France (especially Agen) · Available year-round (dried) · fruits
Prune is a dried plum (usually Italian prune plum) with intensely sweet, rich, jammy flavor and chewy texture. The drying process concentrates sugars and nutrients significantly.
France (especially Agen)
Origin
Available year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Intensely sweetrichjammydeep plum flavorchewy
Storage Tips
Room temperature in airtight container up to 6 months. Refrigerate up to 1 year.
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How to Cook with Prune
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Eat as snack, add to tagines, stews, roast pork/duck, cheese boards. Simmer in armagnac for an elegant dessert.
Best Pairings
armagnacdark chocolatewalnutporkduckblue cheesealmond
Substitutes
Dates, dried figs, dried apricot
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Prune
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.4
carbs
63.9
fiber
7.1
protein
2.2
calories
240
potassium
23% DV
vitamin_k
57% DV
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginFrance (especially Agen), California USA
SeasonAvailable year-round (dried)
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
High in sorbitol (natural laxative), fiber, potassium, vitamin K, and antioxidants. Supports bone density and digestive health.
Prune Photos
4 photos showcasing Prune in its many forms
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Prune
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OriginFrance (especially Agen)
SeasonAvailable year-round (dried)
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Intensely sweetrichjammydeep plum flavorchewy
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armagnacdark chocolatewalnutporkduckblue cheesealmond
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