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1 lb. seeded raisins, 1/2 lb. currants, 1/2 lb. candied peel, 4 ozs. sugar, a grating of nutmeg, 2 tablespoons treacle, 2 saltspoors salt, 2 level teaspoons spice, 7 eggs, 2 or 3 tablespoons water, 2 teaspoons baking powder.

Mix all the dry ingredients together, add the eggs beaten and water just enough to moisten. Mix well and divide into three portions. Tie in cloths dipped into boiling water and boil 5 hours. Serve with brandy sauce.

N.B.—Hang pudding in a cool place.