Bread Pancakes With Prune Compote

Directions

1. Cut the crusts from the bread and cube. In a saucepan bring the lowfat milk and cardamom pods to the boil and pour over the bread. Soak overnight.
2. Remove the cardamom pods from the bread mix, add in the remaining ingredients and mix to a thick batter. Fry the bread cakes on both sides in the butter, then serve with the prune compote and creme fraiche.
3. To make the compote, bring the prunes, water and sugar to the boil and simmer till the fruit is tender - about 15 min. Remove from the heat.
4. Stir the cornflour into the cool water and add in to the prunes. Simmer till thickened, then refrigerateand sprinkle with sugar to prevent a skin from forming.