Cold Christmas Pudding

Equipment Needed:

Large saucepan

Mixing Bowl

Measuring cup and spoons

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Serves 8 persons

Ingredients:

1 kg packet Mixed Dried Fruit

1 litre cold water

1/2 cup sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon nutmeg

3 firm bananas (sliced)

3/4 cup sweet sherry

3-4 tablespoons gelatine

Method:
Place fruit, water, sugar and spices in a saucepan and bring to boil, simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Remove from heat and add the bananas and sherry, put lid on saucepan and leave for 8-10 minutes. Stir in the gelatine which has been dissolved in a little cold water. Mix well and put into a basin or jelly moulds to set. Serve with cream, ice cream and/or custard.

Source: Quick and Easy Desserts (Kent Town: The South Australian Country Women's Association Incorporated, 2002)

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And, a MERRY, MERRY CHRISTMAS to all!

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