Apple and Blackcurrant Flan

1/2 cup blackcurrant jam
1-2 Tbls. butter
2 1/2 cups apples, chopped into 1" pieces
4 eggs
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 Tbls. maple syrup

Preheat oven to 325.

Butter a pie tin and spread the blackcurrant jam over the bottom.

Boil apple pieces in water until soft. Drain apples, and puree with the half-and-half, making it as smooth as possible. Beat the pureed mixture with the eggs, maple syrup, and spices. Pour into the pie tin over the jam.

Bake for 45-60 minutes, until the custard is set and a knife or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.