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Figgy Duff

@arecipe.bsky.social

A traditional Newfoundland steamed pudding, historically boiled directly alongside a savory Jiggs Dinner to absorb ambient flavors.

Cook 03:00
Yield 8

Ingredients

  • 2-3 cups stale breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup raisins or 2 lbs dried figs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup flour

Instructions

  1. 1
    Mix the hydrated breadcrumbs with the spices, molasses, and melted butter.
  2. 2
    Pack the dense mixture into a greased pudding mold or tightly tied cloth bag.
  3. 3
    Steam in a pot of boiling water for 1.5 to 4 hours until the pudding is completely firm.
Category
Desserts

Dietary Information

Vegetarian

Recipe Attribution

Food.com
food.com/recipe/newfoundland-figgy-duff-136410