Spotted Dick

Directions

1. 1
   Have ready a sheet of foil or a double thickness of greaseproof paper brushed with melted margarine.
2. 2
   Make the pudding crust: Sieve the flour and the salt.
3. 3
   Rub in the margarine.
4. 4
   Add the sugar and sultanas.
5. 5
   Mix in the water to make a soft dough.
6. 6
   Turn out onto a floured board and form into a roll.
7. 7
   Wrap loosely but securely in the greaseproof paper or foil. Tie or seal the ends.
8. 8
   Place in the steamer and cover tightly.
9. 9
   Steam for 1.1/2 to 2 hours.
10. 10
    Serve with hot custard sauce or sprinkle with castor sugar.
11. 11
    Variation: At stage 3: Put the mixture in a medium-sized (1.1/2 pint) pudding basin