"Studded with plump raisins and currants soaked in tea and mingled with candied citrus peel and aromatic spices, Bara Brith is Wales' famous tea bread!..."
INGREDIENTS
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10 ounces combination of raisins and sultanas
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4 ounces dried black currants
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1 ounce candied lemon peel
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1 ounce candied orange peel
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Homemade Candied Lemon/Orange Peel Recipe ((VERY strongly recommend using homemade, it makes ALL the difference!!))
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1 1/3 cups very strong black tea
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup packed dark brown sugar
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3 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
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2 1/2 teaspoons mixed spice
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Homemade Mixed Spice Recipe ((strongly recommended for the best flavor))
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1 1/4 teaspoon salt
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter (, softened )
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1 large egg (, lightly beaten)