Cut a circle of wax paper 1-1/2 times the diameter of the top of the bowl. Grease, then fold a single pleat in the paper to allow room for the pudding to expand during cooking. …
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Plum pudding is a Christmas dessert staple on many tables, especially those whose roots are in the British Isles. It is steamed, then served with a sauce flavored and scented with sherry or brandy. Generously grease the bottom and side of a 4 cup mold with shortening. Pour the milk over the bread crumbs in a large bowl.
Served with the sweet sherry or brandy laced sauce, it is the perfect ending to a Christmas dinner. The traditional plum pudding recipe calls for suet, or beef fat. This recipe substitutes vegetable shortening.
Our boozy suet Christmas pudding is a Christmas classic that grown-ups will love. We’ve used plenty of sherry in our recipe, giving it a delicious kick. Ginger wine and mixed spice add warmth to this suet Christmas pudding. While the orange zest, currants, and prunes combine for a luxurious fruity flavour.
Most plum puddings contain quite a few ingredients–but most of them you probably already have in your fridge or pantry. Raisins. Currants. Golden raisins (sultanas) Prunes. Dried apricots. Golden Delicious apple (this adds a fresh fruit component for extra flavor) Orange juice.