Lady Jo Tea Loaf

All of the dry goods used in this recipe are sourced from The Green Life Pantry, a link is provided below.

Ingredients:

• 250 g mixed dried fruit (e.g. raisins, sultanas, currants, chopped dates)

• 250 ml strong hot tea ( Lady Jo, Earl Grey or English breakfast can be used )

• 100 g soft brown sugar

• 1 large egg

• 225 g self-raising flour

• ½ tsp mixed spice (optional)

• Pinch of salt

Optional Additions:

• Zest of 1 orange or lemon

• 1 tbsp marmalade or honey (for glazing)

• 50 g chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work nicely)

Instructions:

1. Soak the fruit

   • Put the dried fruit into a large bowl and pour over the hot tea.

   • Cover and leave to soak overnight (or at least 4 hours) until the fruit is plump and the liquid mostly absorbed.

2. Preheat oven

   • Heat your oven to 170°C (150°C fan) / 340°F.

   • Grease and line a loaf tin with baking parchment.

3. Mix the batter

   • Stir the brown sugar and egg into the soaked fruit mixture until well combined.

   • Sift in the flour, mixed spice, and salt. Mix until everything is just combined (don’t overmix).

   • If using zest or nuts, fold them in now.

4. Bake

   • Spoon the mixture into the prepared loaf tin and level the top.

   • Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Cool & glaze (optional)

   • Let the loaf cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack.

   • While still warm, brush with warm marmalade or honey for a glossy finish.

6. Serve

   • Allow to cool completely before slicing.

   • Serve plain, with butter, or a wedge of cheese — perfect with a cup of tea!

Storage:

• Keeps well in an airtight container for up to 1 week, and the flavor actually improves after a day or two.

• You can also freeze slices for up to 3 months.

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