Cold Jellied Christmas Pudding

1 packet raspberry jelly

1 teaspn cinnamon

1/4 teaspn spice

1 pint hot water

3/4 cup prunes

3/4 cup raisins

1/4 cup almonds

1/4 cup mixed peel

3/4 cup corn flakes (crushed)

1 tablspn brandy

Method: Combine spices with fruit and wine overnight. Partly set jelly, add all other ingredients, reset mixture. Serve with cream or ice cream.

Source: Recipes tested by time... Centenary Cookery Book from 1840 (The Historical Society of Woodville, 1980), p.40.

Childrens Punch

1 pkt. raspberry jelly crystals

1 pint boiling water

1 can concentrated orange juice

2 x 450g cans pineapple

juice of small lemon

2 small bottles ginger ale

1 small bottle soda water

1 cup fresh cherries (optional)

Method: Make up jelly, add juices. Chill. Before serving, add chilled soft drinks and icecubes. Float cherries on top (optional).

Source: Mantle of Safety Cookbook 2 (The Port Augusta Women's Air Branch Auxillary of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, c1987), p.127. [Childrens Munchies for Parties]