Plum Claflouti
I’ve been a HUGE fan of the freestone Italian Prune Plum, sometimes called “Stanley” plums, since one of the farmers from my previous restaurants invited me to have a look around his orchard. Sweet and tangy at the same time without being cloying or astringent. They are at their peak right now, at least here in the Pacific Northwest.
A Claflouti is one of my favorite country French desserts. This crustless-custard based fruit flan originated in the Limousin region of central France. The classic Clafloutis is made with cherries but almost any fruit can be used.
My recipe, close to the classic, is simplistic and easy to make without being boring or flavorless. As a bonus, (for the gluten-free) it does not contain any flour or starch thickener.
