Recipe:  Spotted Dick

Added By: Eira Alarches

Originated From: Traditional Dish

Cultural Influence: English/Britain
 
Ingredients:
1/3 cup of Butter
1/3 cup of White Sugar
2 Eggs
1 1/2 cups of self raising Flour
1 teaspoon of Baking Powder
Pinch of salt
1/3 cup of Milk
1 tablespoon of Water
1/2 cup of Raisins

Options:  You can replace the raisings with Currants.

Directions:

1. Cream together butter, sugar and eggs.

2. Add small amounts of flour slowly while mixing into the mixture.

3.  Add baking powder and salt, then slowly add milk into mixture is smooth and creamy.  Stir in raisins.

4. Put mixture into a Dutch oven and simmer for 2 - 2 and a half hours.

Notes:  Originally made from suet and breadcrumbs, this recipe has come a long way.  Serve with English style Custard for a traditional treat!


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