1. To prepare the topping: Cut figs and apricots into quarters. Put into a saucepan with the raisins and cranberries. Add water to cover by an inch; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer 15 ...

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Deborah Madison is known for great vegetarian cookbooks, beginning with the landmark “Greens Cookbook,” which she wrote in 1987 as the founding chef of Greens Restaurant in San Francisco. Clearly this ...

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1.	Pre-heat oven to 180deg.C. Line a 20cm loaf tin with Glad Bake. 2.	Place dried fruit and water in a saucepan and bring to the coil. Cover and simmer gently for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and ...

The best time of the year is upon us, Christmas spirit is in the air. Christmas celebrations are incomplete without rose cookies, mulled wine, roast chicken and most importantly fruit cake. Try this ...

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