IRISH TEA BREAD

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I found this recipe in a Twinings Tea advertorial and thought it sounded interesting, posted here for safekeeping!

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 13h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

475 g dried mixed fruit
300 ml hot strong irish breakfast tea
1/2 cup brandy
250 g dark brown sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
500 g self-raising flour
1 teaspoon mixed spice

Steps:

  • Soak fruit in the prepared tea overnight.
  • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 150.C and grease & line a 20cm sqyare cake pan.
  • Stir brandy & sugar into fruit mixture until dissolved and then stir in the eggs.
  • Gradually fold in flour and spice and combine until mixture is smooth.
  • Pour into a pan & bake for one hour.
  • Remove from oven & cover with foil and bake for a further 30 minutes.
  • Set aside to cool for approx 30 mins before turning out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Store for 24 hours before slicing.
  • Serve with butter & a cup of tea.

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