Leathery, springy feel. Pliable, spongy to the touch. Plums Same as prunes. Use freestone varieties. Pliable and leathery.
Prunes Cut in halves and remove pits or leave whole.
Pliable and leathery. Vegetables Beans, green and lima Shell. Steam 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender but firm. Shatter when hit. Steam about 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender but firm.