Plum Clafouti

I'm not much of a dessert cook, but this is foolproof and tastes great.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 30  g butter
• 1 (800 g) can plums, halves drained
• 3  eggs
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon vanilla essence
• 600  ml milk, warmed

Directions

1. Grease a shallow 18x28cm ovenproof dish with butter.
2. Place the plum halves, evenly over the base of the dish.
3. Place eggs and sugar in a food processor and blend until pale.
4. Add the flour and essence and process until smooth.
5. Add the milk.
6. Process until well mixed.
7. Pour the batter over the plums.
8. Bake in a moderately hot oven (190°C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until the custard is set and golden.
9. Serve dusted with icing sugar, cream or ice cream.