Preparation:
Soak bread in milk; beat. Stir in eggs, sugar, juice, suet, and vanilla. In large bowl, combine flour with soda, salt, and spices. Add fruits and nuts. Mix well Stir in bread mixture. Pour into well-greased 2-qt. mold. Cover with foil; tie with string. Place on metal rack or trivet in slow-cooking pot with 1 inch water. Cover pot and cook on high for 5 to 6 hours. Cool in pan 10 minutes; unmold. Serve warm, plain, or with hard sauce. Makes 10 to 12 servings. |