Christmas Plum Pudding Recipe

Instructions

1. Shred finely half a pound of beef suet with a little flour to prevent it sticking; add a pinch of salt, a quarter of a pound of stoned raisins, a quarter of a pound of sultanas, half a pound of currants, half a pound of bread crumbs, 2 ounces of flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 6 sweet and 6 bitter almonds, blanched and shred finely, half a nutmeg grated, 2 ounces of candied lemon and citron, and the rind of half a lemon finely chopped.
2. Mix thoroughly, then add 4 well-beaten eggs and a wineglassful of brandy.
3. Let these stand for five or six hours, then add a cup of milk, and boil for three hours.
4. Sufficient for four or five persons.