Prunes in Wine with Toasted-Almond Cookies

Directions

1. 1.

   Stir together all ingredients in a heavy medium saucepan until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, then simmer, uncovered, gently stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced by half, about 25 minutes.

2. 2.

   Remove from heat and cool until barely warm or room temperature. Discard vanilla bean.