Christmas Prunes Appetizer

Directions

1. 1
   Cover with cold water.
2. 2
   Bring to boiling point and simmer about 20 minutes until tender.
3. 3
   Add sugar; cook 5 minutes more. Add 1/2 cup or more sherry, brandy or Port.
4. 4
   Place in a Mason jar. Chill until needed.
5. 5
   Almonds, blanched to stuff prunes before serving and secure with toothpick (wooden and wet).
6. 6
   Broil until bacon is crisp and serve.