Fig Pudding
A rich and classic steamed dessert made with figs, breadcrumbs, suet, and warm spices, Fig Pudding is traditionally enjoyed with a wine foam sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 oz breadcrumbs
- 8 oz figs, finely chopped
- 6 oz shredded suet
- 2 eggs
- A scrape of nutmeg
- ½ pint milk
- 6 oz sugar
Method
- Chop the figs very finely and mix with breadcrumbs, sugar, suet, and nutmeg.
- Add the beaten eggs and milk, mixing well.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased pudding basin, cover with a double layer of greased paper, and steam for 3 hours.
- Serve hot with wine foam sauce.