LARDY CAKE

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This recipe has been in my family for at least 4 generations, since at least the 1870s. It is recommended that it be served hot, with real butter. The amount of honey is a guess - the original recipe said "Honey to drizzle" but didn't give a quantity.

Provided by SnoBahr

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 loaf, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ounces lard
2 ounces currants or 2 ounces raisins
12 ounces bread dough (white)
2 ounces caster sugar
1 pinch nutmeg
1/4 cup honey

Steps:

  • Roll out the dough to an oblong.
  • Spread on Lard and sprinkle with Sugar, nutmeg and Currants.
  • Roll up like a Swiss roll and place on oiled cookie sheet with rim.
  • Cover and let rise for about 15 minutes.
  • Brush with Honey and bake at 375F for 35 to 40 minutes.

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