Plum Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the mincemeat, bread crumbs, plums, salt and spices in a mixing bowl.
2. 2
   In another bowl, beat eggs until foamy.
3. 3
   Add milk. Add this to the dry mixture and stir well.
4. 4
   Add brandy and mix well.
5. 5
   Pour into a buttered 2-quart pudding mold.
6. 6
   Cover with a lid.
7. 7
   Place mold on a rack in a large pan, then add boiling water halfway up the side of the mold.
8. 8
   Cover the large pan with foil or a lid and steam over low heat for 4 hours.
9. 9
   Occasionally check water level to see if more needs to be added.
10. 10
    Cool, turning pudding out of mold.
11. 11
    Soak with brandy.