Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Christmas Pudding

Christmas Pudding:
 
This year, chefs in HM the Queen's Royal kitchens have shared their recipe for a traditional Christmas pudding. We hope that some of you enjoy making it in your own homes.
The recipe will make two 1kg puddings. (2.2 Pounds each) 
Ingredients:
250g raisins                            3/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon
250g currants                         3/4 cup plus  1 teaspoon                   
185g sultanas                         1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon
150g mixed peel                    1/2 cup
250g suet or vegetarian suet  3/4 cup 
250g breadcrumbs                 3/4 cup   
90g flour                                1/4 cup
12g mixed spice                     1 teaspoon
2 whole eggs                         2 eggs
180g demerara sugar              5/8 cup
275ml beer                            7/8 cup
40ml dark rum                      2 Tablespoons
40ml brandy                         2 Tablespoons
If you don’t want to use alcohol, you can substitute for orange juice or cold tea.

Directions:
On Christmas Day, reheat your pudding in a bain-marie for 3-4 hours. Remove from the basin using a rounded knife or palette knife, flip out onto a plate, garnish or flambé and serve with brandy sauce and cream.
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.Source: The Royal Family Instagram.

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