Bara Brith
"There are several different versions of this Welsh 'speckled bread'. Many of them don't contain yeast; but, for me, this version is the nicest and if there's any left over it's delicious toasted. In my Welsh childhood, I remember it made with yeast, very spicy and spread with lots of butter. Please note that easy-blend yeast is not suitable for this recipe...."
INGREDIENTS
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8 fl oz (225 ml) milk
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clear honey, to glaze
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2 oz (50 g) brown sugar, plus 1 teaspoon
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4 level teaspoons dried yeast
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1 lb (450 g) strong plain flour
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1 level teaspoon salt
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3 oz (75 g) butter or margarine
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1 level teaspoon mixed spice
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1 egg, beaten
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12 oz (350 g) mixed dried fruit
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