On the long list of things that complete me are the following:
You.
Margaritas.
My sisters.
Unsweetened, too creamy coffee.
Doughnuts,
and things that I can’t ruin (yea… generally speaking).
It’s Monday. Sometimes Mondays are stupid with their challenges (ie: getting the heck out of bed), and I just need to embark on a task that I know I can’t futz up. Roasting fruit is absolutely my go-to no-futz maneuver. It’s all about starting with something already delicious, adding to its delicious, then toasting it in the oven. I really can’t go wrong. It’s summer Monday perfect…. especially if you add coffee and granola (just sayin’).
Tomorrow can I bring you a Notes to Self: Part Four? I need to tell you how I’m afraid of everything… (but so is everyone else).
Beautiful black plums. I love how dark and frosty the skins are. They feel like a mystery. Inside the fruit is light and sweet while the skin stays taut and tart.
Wait… does that make any sense at all?
I topped these plums very simply with a combination of sweet and savory ingredients. Olive oil, granulated sugar, some fresh thyme leaves, and a good pinch of salt. The sweet and savory combination keeps the plums balanced. We don’t need to add a ton of sweetness to the already sweet fruit… we just want to enhance it with balance.
Quality time in a hot oven encourages these plums to ease slightly, creating tender, warm, soft-skinned fruit pieces.
It’s all about the pairings. I placed these warm plums over a non-fat Greek yogurt and granola combination. I consider it breakfast, brunch, and lunch. These plums would also be totally incredible atop vanilla bean ice cream with a salty caramel sauce. Really though… what wouldn’t be delicious on top of ice cream and caramel?
These roasted plums are a simple way to enjoy August. It’s not a lot of fuss. We don’t need a lot of fuss when we’re starting off with pretty and good.
Roasted Plums with Olive Oil, Thyme & Yogurt
serves 4
4 to 6 rip plums, cut in half and pitted
a good drizzle of olive oil
two pinches salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
nonfat Greek yogurt
granola
Place a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
In an 8×8-inch square baking pan, place halved plums, cut side up. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, sugar, and thyme leaves.
Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the plums are cooked through and beginning to bubble. Remove from the oven and allow to cool to warm or room temperature.
To serve, place desired amount of Greek yogurt in a small bowl. Add two roasted plums, and top with granola. Serve immediately.
Plums will last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. They can be reheated or served cold.
Carina
now I’ll jump out of my house, get some plums and roast them! they look so good!
Sini
One of the great things about the end of summer are the stone fruits (and apples!). I love plums and this seems like the perfect way to start the day with. I’m always looking at roasted fruits like ‘oooh, those surely are super delicious’ but have never actually roasted them myself. kind of odd. have to change that.
Caz
Roasted fruit is so perfect for breakfast. I love the idea of balancing the flavour by adding thyme. Those plums look gorgeous.
Laura (Tutti Dolci)
roasting plums is a genius idea!
Margherita
I love love love love your roasted fruits recipes. They’re simple, nutritious, delicious and versatile. All and all just perfect.
Elizabeth
Where did you get that great napkin in the first photo with the birds?
Rachel @ Bakerita
Looks amazing. I found a gorgeous plum tree in my neighborhood today…might have to snag a few to make this. Perfect summer comfort food.
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes
Love your note to self’s (selves?)….Love this idea to use plums…. :)
Stephanie
Joy, did you make the granola yourself or buy it? It looks superb. I’m always baffled in the granola isle at the store, never know which one to buy…
joythebaker
i think i bought this granola from the bulk bin at Whole foods… I might have added a bit of extra toasted coconut that I had laying around.
Stephanie
Nice! Thanks
Gerry @ Foodness Gracious
Easy peasy, your a big teasy! Awesome finish for the plums. “Tart and Taught” reminds me of Goldfinger in Austin Powers Goldmember..
kiki
this looks simply delicious. especially because i’ve been eating greek yogurt + granola + blueberries in the morning and have been craving something new for breakfast.
and yes, please do share another note to self post. they’re some of my faves.
Averie @ Averie Cooks
Roasted plums, oh yes. Even better than a straight up plum is a roasted one and with some yogurt dip.
Kristen@Slender Kitchen
Yum – will be making this tomorrow with the 8 plums on my counter staring out at me
Brenda
The no futz recipe is rather timely for me, thank you! Tomorrow. Yes, tomorrow holds a place for these plums. You are a gem!
Holiday Baker Man
Perfect timing. I have a few quarts of fresh plums in the fridge right now. :)
Sara {Home is Where the Cookies Are}
yum! These look so delicious! What a perfect segue into fall!