Damson Cheese (Zwetschgenmus)
5 lb Plums 1 c Water Pit the damsons and mince them (or put them through the meat grinder or puree in the blender or food processor), retaining as much of the juice as possible. Ad...
Ingredients
- 5lbplums
- 1cup water
Directions
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5 lb Plums 1 c Water Pit the damsons and mince them (or put them through the meat grinder or puree in the blender or food processor), retain
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Add a little water to the minced damsons and the juice and slowly bring to a boil' reduce the fruit pulp over low heat for several hours, bu
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When the pulp has thickened somewhat, it will have to be stirred - continuously - for several hours, until it is literally thick enough that
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It may sputter and bubble during this stage
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In former days, it was usual for several families to convene in the village washhouse for a cooperatove 'Zwetschgenmus' cooking session, wit
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The damson cheese will keep better if a piece of parchment paper that has been soaked in rum is placed on top of this crust before the crock
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A good imported product is available on the American market under the name of 'Pflaumenmus' (pronounced Flaumenmoose)
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From: THE CUISINES OF GERMANY by Horst Scharfenberg, Simon & Schuster/Poseidon Press, New York