Terrific Toppings

Terrific Toppings

Ingredients:
plums, raw
sugars, granulated
peaches, yellow, raw
beverages, carbonated, ginger ale
apples, raw, with skin
raisins, seeded
spices, cinnamon, ground
sugars, granulated
nuts, pecans

Directions:
Plum Perfect: Wash and dry plums.
Cut each into eighths, discarding pits.
Place in large (10-cup) microwave-safe bowl; sprinkle with sugar; toss.
Microwave, uncovered, on high, 5 minutes.
Stir.
Microwave for 15 more minutes until jamlike.
Makes 2 cups.
Peach-Y Keen: Wash and dry peaches.
Cut into eighths, discarding pits.
Place in large microwave-safe bowl.
If peaches are very ripe, add 1/2 cup ginger ale; otherwise, add 1 cup.
Microwave, uncovered, on High, 20 minutes or until jamlike, stirring halfway through.
Makes 2 cups.
Hot Apple Pie: Wash, dry apples.
Peel, core and cut into eighths.
Place in large microwave-safe bowl.
Add raisins, cinnamon and sugar; toss.
Microwave, uncovered, on High, 20 minutes or until thick, stirring halfway through.
Sprinkle with pecans.
Makes 2 cups.