Instructions: Combine the sugar, wine, lemon rind, and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Combine the cornstarch or arrowroot powder with the 4 teaspoons water. Add to the syrup. Cook for 2 minutes until thickened.

Pour the syrup over the plums and figs and refrigerate for several hours before serving.

This recipe yields 6 servings.

Serving size: 1/2 cup.

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