"Pickled peaches are a Southern classic, and plums take to preserving just as well. Acheson uses rice vinegar for a lighter, less acidic pickle. Be sure to choose firm plums so they don't turn to mush in the jar. Drizzle over vanilla cream or pair it with a pork tenderloin...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 1/2 cups rice vinegar
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2 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
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2 cups water
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1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. light brown sugar
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5 tablespoons pickling salt
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5 teaspoons ground ginger
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5 pounds firm black plums (18 to 24 plums), quartered
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8 pieces whole star anise
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4 cinnamon sticks, broken in half