Title: Steamed Apple Raisin Pudding
Categories: Desserts
Yield: 6 Servings

1 1/2 c Sifted all purpose flour
1/4 c Soft shortening
1 ts Baking soda
1 c Sugar
1/2 ts Salt
2 Eggs, well beaten
1/2 ts Cinnamon
2 1/2 c Shredded apples
1/4 ts Crushed cardamom seeds
1/2 c Golden raisins

Hard Sauce Fresh Cranberry Sauce

Mix and sift flour, baking soda, salt and spices. Combine shortening,
sugar, and eggs; beat until smooth and light. Stir in apples and raisins.
Add flour mixture; mix well. Spoon into well-greased 1-1/2 quart pudding
mold, filling 2/3 cup full. Cover tightly. Set on rack in large kettle.
Add enough boiling water to reach halfway up the mold. Cover kettle; bring
to boil. Reduce heat. Boil gently for 2 hours. Remove mold to cake rack;
let stand 5 minutes. Loosen edges; invert on serving dish. Serve with hard
sauce and fresh cranberry sauce. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

From: The Apple Kitchen Cookbook Shared By: Pat Stockett

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