Plums Are On Sale

I have never been a big fan of plums but my husband is. This year I am sharing in the joy of plums coming into season and on sale for a good price because I have discovered Plum Oatmeal Crisp. I was hesitant to try it and didn't know if I had the right plums but after they bake they have this beautiful bright color. I love to serve this with some vanilla ice cream. Mmmmm.

photo from marthastewart.com

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 2 1/2 pounds ripe plums (about 8), cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a medium bowl, stir together 1/2 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, oats, and salt. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until coarse crumbs form.

2. In a shallow 2-quart baking dish, toss plums with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon flour; sprinkle with oat topping. Place dish on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until topping is golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool 20 minutes before serving.

Additional Note from my mother: She had fewer plums so she made this in a half batch. What a great idea Mom. And she has substituted peaches for plums, yum! It's good to know you're making it work for you. That's so important.