Traditional Christmas Pudding (Figgy Pudding)

1 cup dried currants (also known as zante raisins)

¾ cup raisins

¾ cup golden raisins/sultanas

2 tablespoons finely chopped candied orange peel (click link for recipe, STRONGLY recommend homemade, it makes ALL the difference!)

2 tablespoons finely chopped candied lemon peel (click link for recipe, STRONGLY recommend homemade, it makes ALL the difference!)

2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts or almonds , optional

½ cup brandy (see blog post section about omitting the alcohol)

2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs (toast the bread and then pulse in a food processor until you have crumbs)

½ cup all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon mixed spice

homemade mixed spice (click link to make your own - we highly recommend it)

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

4 ounces shredded beef suet

1 cup packed dark brown sugar

2 large eggs , lightly beaten

one small apple , peeled, cored, and grated

1 tablespoon black treacle or molasses

zest of one lemon

zest of one small orange

homemade Hard Sauce , for serving (click link for recipe)

Directions at daringgourmet.com

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