April 2009 : Clootie Dumpling

4 oz shredded margarine -  8 oz (2½ cups) flour - 4 oz oatmeal - 3 oz sugar - Rounded teaspoon baking powder - 8 oz mixed currants/sultanas/chopped raisins - One or 1½ teaspoon each of ground cinnamon and mixed spice - One teaspoon golden syrup - 2 eggs, beaten - 3/4 tablespoons buttermilk

Using a large mixing bowl sift the flour and rub in the margarine. Add all the other dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon. Make a well in the centre and add the syrup and eggs and mix well. Add enough buttermilk to make a soft but firm batter.

The traditional way of cooking dumpling is in a cloth. Cover with boiling water and cook for 2½ to 3 hours.


 

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Revised: maart 26, 2009