ECNETNews, NEW YORK: Wishing you a joyful Christmas filled with delightful meals and cherished moments! As we gather with loved ones, let’s also remember those in need and those who may feel lonely during this festive season. Share your blessings and extend invitations to those who could use some holiday cheer.
When planning your holiday meals, consider simple recipes that require just a few ingredients. Easy-to-make appetizers or side dishes include Rosemary Roasted Irish Potatoes, corn casserole, baked yellow yam dumplings, baked plantains, and Pig in a Blanket.
Additionally, keeping your main course uncomplicated can provide you with more time to enjoy the company of family and friends. Popular options include roasted beef, chicken, lamb, Cornish hens, or baked ham, accompanied by a starch and a side of steamed vegetables.
If you haven’t had the opportunity to bake the traditional Caribbean Black Fruit Cake, consider trying a delicious and easy dessert called Trinidad Sweet Bread.
Trinidad Sweet Bread
To make Trinidad Sweet Bread, begin by preheating the oven to 350°F and greasing two loaf pans. Combine butter, sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, and almond extract in a bowl. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon, then incorporate this mixture into the wet ingredients. Fold in shredded coconut, chopped dried fruit, and raisins until fully blended. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the loaves cool on a wire rack before serving.
- 1/2 pound butter (softened)
- 4 1/2 cups white sugar
- 4 eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 9 cups all-purpose flour
- 9 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
- 1 cup raisins
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease two 5×9 inch loaf pans and set aside.
- Blend together the butter, sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, and almond extract.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Add to wet ingredients and stir.
- Add shredded coconut, chopped dry fruit, and raisins.
- Mix well and pour into prepared loaf tins.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from pans and cool on wire rack.
Wishing you a safe and joyous Christmas celebration!
