BABY'S HEAD PUDDING

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A classic English dish based upon a pudding made at the Exeter Inn, Devon, England

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups flour, plus more for dusting
1 1/8 cup suet
1 heaping teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup water
8 ounces beef kidney, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 pounds rump steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
Freshly ground salt
Freshly ground pepper
6 parsley stalks, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 cup mushrooms, cut into 1/2-inch slices
12 oysters plus their juice
1/4 cup red wine

Steps:

  • For pastry: Combine flour, suet, baking powder, salt and water to form a smooth dough. Dust a smooth surface with flour and press out pastry with fingers to form a circle 1/4 inch thick. Lay a pudding cloth or cheesecloth into a basin or large ovenproof bowl and mold the pastry to it. In a separate bowl, combine kidney and steak. Season well with salt and pepper. Add parsley and thyme. Dust with a little flour.
  • Place half the meat mixture into the suet crust. Add half the mushrooms, then the remaining meat, and the mushrooms again. Add enough oyster juice to the wine to make 1/2 cup and pour into the pudding.
  • Brush the edges of the crust with water. Use the cloth to fold the pastry sides over to cover the filling. Cut away excess dough. Tie cloth with a string.
  • Bring a pot (large enough to completely enclose the pudding bowl) filled half way with water to a boil. Place pudding bowl in pot-the water should reach up to 3/4 of the sides of the bowl. Cover with lid. Or to mold the pudding to the shape of a baby's head, remove the nob from the lid of the pot and thread the cloth's string through the exposed holes. Secure the string to the pot's handles to suspend the pudding in the pot. Boil pudding for 3 1/2 hours. Make sure the water doesn't boil away. One hint: place two marbles in the pot with the water. Their pinging will notify you when the water completely evaporates.
  • Remove pudding from bowl. Carefully pull away pudding cloth and invert pudding onto a large, heated serving dish. Cut out a top in the pudding's crust and add the oysters, mixing them in with a fork.

Dereion White
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This pudding is a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without having to eat a lot of sugar. It's made with natural sweeteners, like honey and dates, so it's a healthier option than many other desserts.


ElXtronic
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This pudding is a great way to use up leftover egg whites. I always have a few egg whites left over after I make a batch of cookies or cakes. This is a great way to use them up and make a delicious dessert at the same time.


Dream Life
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I love the presentation of this pudding. It's so elegant and impressive. I always get compliments when I serve it to guests.


MD Hasan Rana
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This pudding is a great dessert for any occasion. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a simple family dinner.


Satanic Potato
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can add different spices or flavorings to create different variations. I've tried adding cinnamon, nutmeg, and even a little bit of chili powder. It's always delicious!


Yxi 7su
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This pudding is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. I sneak in some pureed spinach or zucchini, and they never even notice! It's a great way to get them to eat their veggies without having to fight with them.


Kindrick King
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, and it's so easy to make. I also love the fact that it's a healthy dessert. It's made with whole wheat flour and honey, so it's a good source of fiber and nutrients.


Xd gaming
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This pudding is a great way to use up leftover bread. I had a loaf of bread that was about to go stale, so I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The pudding turned out great, and it was a delicious way to use up my leftover bread.


David mickybrown
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This pudding is a great make-ahead dessert. I love that I can make it ahead of time and then just pop it in the fridge until I'm ready to serve it. It's also a great dessert for parties because it can be served at room temperature.


Samuel Keter
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I love the unique flavor of this pudding. The dates give it a really interesting and delicious taste. I also love the texture. It's so smooth and creamy. This is definitely a dessert that I'll be making again and again.


Madlamini samke
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This pudding is a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty. It's made with healthy ingredients, and it's not too sweet. I love the way the dates give it a natural sweetness. This is definitely a dessert that I can feel good about ea


Md Syed
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I'm not a big fan of pudding, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The texture is light and fluffy, and the flavor is perfectly balanced. I love the way the spices complement the sweetness of the dates. This is definitely a dessert that I'll be making a


Eliza Oruko
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This pudding is so easy to make, and it's a great dessert for busy weeknights. I love that I can just throw all of the ingredients in a blender and have it ready in a few minutes. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their fruit.


Lillie Evans
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I made this pudding for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I even had people asking me for the recipe. I'm definitely going to be making this pudding again for my next party.


Wonder Otoo
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This pudding is a great way to use up leftover dates. I had a bunch of dates that were about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The pudding turned out great, and it was a delicious way to use up my leftover dates.


Md opi
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of dates, but I'm so glad I did! The dates are actually very subtle in the pudding, and they add a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. This pudding is so creamy and delicious, I couldn


NAYEM YT IS BACK
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This is the best baby's head pudding I've ever had! The dates give it such a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Alphatron Gaming
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I've made this pudding several times now, and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it! It's so easy to make, and the results are always impressive. I highly recommend this recipe.


Shila Shila
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OMG! This pudding is heavenly! The texture is so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is perfectly balanced. I love the way the spices complement the sweetness of the dates. This is definitely a new favorite dessert in our house!